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Gravinate Syrup: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

Gravinate Syrup (Dimenhydrinate) ke quick uses, dose guide, side effects, warnings, aur buying price range.

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated:

Review on recordReview recorded by Abdul Samad, Medical Doctor (MBBS) | RCP Member | Medical Writer & Peer Reviewer · Review recorded:

Review scope follows the reviewer’s stated professional background.

The latest editorial changes have not received a new named clinical review.

OTC

Form

SYRUP

Strength

12.5mg per 4ml

Manufacturer

The Searle Company Ltd.

Estimated price

Price not listed

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What is Gravinate Syrup used for?

  • Motion sickness
  • Nausea, vomiting or vertigo when a clinician considers dimenhydrinate appropriate
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How to take Gravinate Syrup?

Adult dose: The syrup contains 12.5 mg dimenhydrinate per 4 mL. Follow the exact Searle leaflet or prescription for the reason for treatment; do not use a tablet or injection volume for the syrup.

Child dose: Not recommended under 2 years. From 2 years the dose is set by weight and age — confirm it with your doctor.

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Important warnings

  • Avoid using Gravinate Syrup if you are allergic to dimenhydrinate
  • Do not use if you have severe breathing problems

Gravinate Syrup Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

FieldDetails
ProductGravinate Syrup
IngredientDimenhydrinate
Strength12.5mg per 4ml
FormSYRUP
Supply adviceConfirm the local pack and prescription requirements with a pharmacist
Current priceNot verified for a specific local pack

2. What is Gravinate Syrup? (Gravinate Syrup kya hai)

Gravinate Syrup is an antihistamine medicine commonly prescribed in Pakistan for various conditions related to motion sickness, nausea, and dizziness. It contains the active ingredient Dimenhydrinate which helps control symptoms by targeting inflammatory pathways in the body. PakVita provides detailed information on Gravinate Syrup's uses, how to take it safely, common side effects, and important safety notes to help patients make informed decisions.

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

  • Motion sickness
  • Nausea, vomiting or vertigo when a clinician considers dimenhydrinate appropriate

4. Who May Use It (Kis ko leni chahiye)

A healthcare professional should confirm that the indication, age and exact formulation match the patient’s needs. An ingredient match alone does not make another brand or formulation interchangeable.

5. When Not to Use (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

  • Avoid using Gravinate Syrup if you are allergic to dimenhydrinate
  • Do not use if you have severe breathing problems

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

Adult guidance

The syrup contains 12.5 mg dimenhydrinate per 4 mL. Follow the exact Searle leaflet or prescription for the reason for treatment; do not use a tablet or injection volume for the syrup.

Child guidance

Not recommended under 2 years. From 2 years the dose is set by weight and age — confirm it with your doctor.

Dose limits

Use the limit specified for your exact product and individual prescription. A strength printed on a pack is not automatically a recommended dose.

7. How to Use (Kaise leni hai)

Check the medicine name, strength and instructions before each course. Do not share a prescription or change its dose, duration or formulation without professional advice.

8. Timing (Kab leni chahiye)

Check the local leaflet or ask a pharmacist about food timing for this exact formulation; do not infer it from another medicine.

9. Missed Dose (Dose chhoot jaye)

Follow the exact leaflet or contact a pharmacist for missed-dose instructions. Do not double a dose or change a tapering or monitored treatment plan yourself.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

  • Avoid using Gravinate Syrup if you are allergic to dimenhydrinate
  • Do not use if you have severe breathing problems

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, kidney and liver conditions, and all other medicines with the prescriber or pharmacist. Store according to the local pack and keep out of reach of children. Below 30°C

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

Reported effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Dry mouth
  • Dizziness

Serious effects and warning symptoms

  • Severe dizziness or fainting
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Blurred vision

These lists do not establish the frequency of an effect or prove that a new symptom is caused by this medicine. Persistent or worsening symptoms need assessment.

13. Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

Certain sedatives and tranquilizers; Antidepressants

14. When to Get Help (Kab doctor se milein)

Seek emergency help for difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, collapse, severe bleeding or suspected overdose. For the medicine-specific warning symptoms above, contact a clinician promptly. Bring the pack and a list of medicines.

15. Alternatives (Dusri dawaein)

Ask a pharmacist to compare the exact ingredients, strength, route and release type. A generic name alone does not prove dose equivalence. Do not substitute a combination product for a single-ingredient treatment.

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

A current price matched to the local strength and pack size has not been verified. Confirm the printed price, pack and expiry with a licensed pharmacy.

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: Gravinate Syrup kis kaam aati hai?

A: Gravinate Syrup contains Dimenhydrinate. Motion sickness; Nausea, vomiting or vertigo when a clinician considers dimenhydrinate appropriate. The diagnosis and exact product determine suitability.

Q: Dose kaise confirm karein?

A: The syrup contains 12.5 mg dimenhydrinate per 4 mL. Follow the exact Searle leaflet or prescription for the reason for treatment; do not use a tablet or injection volume for the syrup.

Q: Bachon ke liye dose kya hai?

A: Not recommended under 2 years. From 2 years the dose is set by weight and age — confirm it with your doctor.

Q: Pakistan mein price kitni hai?

A: A current price matched to the local strength and pack size has not been verified. Confirm the printed price, pack and expiry with a licensed pharmacy.

Q: Nuksanat hon to kya karein?

A: Reported effects include Drowsiness; Dry mouth; Dizziness. Seek medical help for Severe dizziness or fainting; Difficulty breathing. A symptom list does not predict how often an effect occurs.

18. Editorial Information (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2026-10-15

This correction adds ingredient-specific sources and separates verified facts from unverified local pack details. The recorded medical-review date is unchanged; this editorial correction is not a new clinician review. Foreign labels inform ingredient safety and do not establish Pakistani registration or every local pack’s instructions.

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

Educational information only. Confirm the diagnosis, local leaflet and individual prescription with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before starting, stopping or changing treatment.

Explore entries related to Gravinate Syrup by ingredient, class and listed uses. These links are not recommendations to switch treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gravinate Syrup kis kaam aati hai?

Gravinate Syrup contains Dimenhydrinate. Motion sickness; Nausea, vomiting or vertigo when a clinician considers dimenhydrinate appropriate. The diagnosis and exact product determine suitability.

Dose kaise confirm karein?

The syrup contains 12.5 mg dimenhydrinate per 4 mL. Follow the exact Searle leaflet or prescription for the reason for treatment; do not use a tablet or injection volume for the syrup.

Bachon ke liye dose kya hai?

Not recommended under 2 years. From 2 years the dose is set by weight and age — confirm it with your doctor.

Pakistan mein price kitni hai?

A current price matched to the local strength and pack size has not been verified. Confirm the printed price, pack and expiry with a licensed pharmacy.

Nuksanat hon to kya karein?

Reported effects include Drowsiness; Dry mouth; Dizziness. Seek medical help for Severe dizziness or fainting; Difficulty breathing. A symptom list does not predict how often an effect occurs.

Sources

  1. Gravinate — Tablet and Liquid SPC — The Searle Company
  2. DRAP Registered Product Data (Public Registry) — Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  3. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. (2023) — World Health Organization
  4. British National Formulary (BNF) — BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press

Medical disclaimer

This page is for educational use only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always confirm diagnosis, dose, and interactions with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting or changing any medicine.