Dramamine's duration depends on the formulation:
- Regular Dramamine (containing dimenhydrinate) typically lasts about 4 to 8 hours after taking a dose
- Dramamine Less Drowsy (containing meclizine) provides relief from motion sickness symptoms for up to 24 hours
- Dramamine Long Lasting formulation also offers up to 24 hours of prevention and relief
It is recommended to take Dramamine 30 minutes to 1 hour before exposure to motion that causes sickness for best effect
. The drowsiness side effect from regular Dramamine usually wears off in about 3 hours, though this can vary by individual
. In summary, regular Dramamine effects last roughly 4-8 hours, while the Less Drowsy and Long Lasting versions last up to 24 hours.
