toby517 Posted August 30, 2014 #1 Share Posted August 30, 2014 We have used ginger pills in the past during cruises to avoid seasickness. We do remember starting to take them 10 days prior to the cruise, what we can't remember is if you take 1 or 2 a day. Does anyone know? Thanks Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mmg8142 Posted August 30, 2014 #2 Share Posted August 30, 2014 We have used ginger pills in the past during cruises to avoid seasickness. We do remember starting to take them 10 days prior to the cruise, what we can't remember is if you take 1 or 2 a day. Does anyone know? Thanks Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app I don't know, but I'd love to know what ginger pills you take. I get horrid seasickness. Funny since cruising is my favorite way to travel! We are cruising in Oct and I'd love to get something to try out beforehand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garycarla Posted August 30, 2014 #3 Share Posted August 30, 2014 For years, I did the generic version of Dramamin non drowsy. Still made me drowsy. Last cruise I did the ginger pills. I varied between 1 or 2 per day. They seemed to work. You can buy them at Walmart, Wagreens, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ilovesailing Posted August 30, 2014 #4 Share Posted August 30, 2014 You can buy generic ginger tabs in any health food, pharmacy, Walmart, Wlagreens There is also a Gravol version that is way more expensive than the generic. Also suggest that if your not too keen on the taste of ginger don't buy the chewable ones. I start to take them only a day before and also try to eat green apple onboard daily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SliceOfLife Posted August 30, 2014 #5 Share Posted August 30, 2014 For years, I did the generic version of Dramamin non drowsy. Still made me drowsy. Last cruise I did the ginger pills. I varied between 1 or 2 per day. They seemed to work. You can buy them at Walmart, Wagreens, etc. Try Bonine, it doesn't make you sleepy at all. I cannot take Dramamine because it makes me very sleepy and cranky but Bonine works great and I am not tired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
din2play2 Posted August 30, 2014 #6 Share Posted August 30, 2014 I took 2 a day starting 3 days prior to sail and also for 2 days more; after that 1 a day till eventfully none. Worked like a charm, and we had hit some rough waters with very high waves. Also, if you drink a lot of liquids - eat a lot of breads/crackers to absorb the liquid so its not sloshing around in yr stomach and cause seasickness :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hikini Posted August 30, 2014 #7 Share Posted August 30, 2014 You can also get ginger chews (candy) at Trader Joe's. They taste good and work good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaja Posted August 30, 2014 #8 Share Posted August 30, 2014 I buy ginger caps at the vitamin shop and start to take the day of cruise..and one or two a day on cruise...but that is just me... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awaywego0000 Posted August 30, 2014 #9 Share Posted August 30, 2014 Green apples help too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wasiii Posted August 30, 2014 #10 Share Posted August 30, 2014 .....is to just keep on going on cruises until you don't get seasick any more. ;) wasiii Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLONDE BOMBER Posted August 31, 2014 #11 Share Posted August 31, 2014 I purchase Gin Gins by the Ginger People at Whole Foods, they work great and come in hard candy and soft chews Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Dorhead1230 Posted August 31, 2014 #12 Share Posted August 31, 2014 I take two ginger pills with breakfast and two with dinner starting three days before the cruise. I know that some people need to continue after the cruise, but I am fine with stopping at the end of the cruise. I would imagine that the more severe your seasickness, the longer total duration you'd need to take them for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spidybabe Posted August 31, 2014 #13 Share Posted August 31, 2014 We take the non drowsy pills (generic Bonine) they give out out guest services...they work great, and we drink without problems when taking them. Also pretzels work good too. Thats the reason you always see them at the buffet( plus they are soooo good) Safe sailing Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sosprint Posted September 4, 2014 #14 Share Posted September 4, 2014 I usually start taking them the day we are leaving. I take 1 per day. I also pack ginger snap cookies to snack on during the week. I have no idea if this is also helpful, but I have never been seasick, and I get motion sickness pretty bad at amusement parks, etc... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Coaster04 Posted September 4, 2014 #15 Share Posted September 4, 2014 We take the non drowsy pills (generic Bonine) they give out out guest services...they work great, and we drink without problems when taking them. Also pretzels work good too. Thats the reason you always see them at the buffet( plus they are soooo good) Safe sailing Do they give these pills out for free at guest services? It's our first cruise so not sure how we will feel. We're going to Alaska from Vancouver on Sept 22nd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spidybabe Posted September 4, 2014 #16 Share Posted September 4, 2014 Yes Sea sickness pills are free at guest services The staff would rather you feel good and enjoy your trip than be ill in your cabin. They really work great Safe sailing Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexinOz Posted September 4, 2014 #17 Share Posted September 4, 2014 I usually start with 3 ginger capsules the day before and the first day of the cruise, then down to 1-2 each day of the cruise, depending one shore excursions. I stop when the cruise is over. They really do work wonders for me.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Coaster04 Posted September 5, 2014 #18 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Thanks Spidybabe. Good to know. I guess I will have a lifetime supply of gravol since I already bought a big bottle just in case. Oh well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weloverunning Posted September 5, 2014 #19 Share Posted September 5, 2014 I take two upon boarding the ship. Then throughout the cruise if I feel any movement of the ship at all, I take two more. I also carry crystalized ginger (sold in the produce section with the dehydrated apricots, bananas, nuts, etc.) and eat that to try to get what I feel is instant relief since I am eating it and not swallowing the capsule. A Mythbusters show was done on motion sickness and ginger was the only thing they tried that worked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb Nahoumi Posted September 5, 2014 #20 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Try Bonine, it doesn't make you sleepy at all. I cannot take Dramamine because it makes me very sleepy and cranky but Bonine works great and I am not tired. I use Bonine, as well. Once, I bought ginger gum from a natural food store on cape cod, and it also worked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umpy10 Posted September 6, 2014 #21 Share Posted September 6, 2014 I take two upon boarding the ship. Then throughout the cruise if I feel any movement of the ship at all, I take two more. I also carry crystalized ginger (sold in the produce section with the dehydrated apricots, bananas, nuts, etc.) and eat that to try to get what I feel is instant relief since I am eating it and not swallowing the capsule. A Mythbusters show was done on motion sickness and ginger was the only thing they tried that worked. Crystallized Ginger is by far the best to bring. I also supplement it with Ginger Ale that has a spot or two of Rye Whiskey included. ;) cheers...the Ump...:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D&J 2004 Posted September 6, 2014 #22 Share Posted September 6, 2014 I don't get seasick, but my wife has used the wristbands. They pressure point your wrist, but just make sure that you wear both and follow the instructions for placement. She has used Travel Eze brand with excellent results. They say one size fits all, but larger wrists could be a bit tight. If you want more testimonials, read some reviews on Amazon. If I got seasick I would give them a try for the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dale's gal Posted September 7, 2014 #23 Share Posted September 7, 2014 I wear Sea Bands and take a ginger pill with each meal . I swear by the sea bands ! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justhere Posted September 7, 2014 #24 Share Posted September 7, 2014 The only time I get seasick is when I scuba dive right after getting back in the boat. I started using Triptone motion sickness pills and never got seasick while diving plus they never made me drowsey. Triptone isn't made anymore but CVS has the same thing under their brand. Just make sure that you get the motion sickness tablets that have Dimenhydrinate 50mg as the active ingredient and not the Dramamine equivalent tablets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MLindaG Posted September 11, 2014 #25 Share Posted September 11, 2014 I get very sick on cruises and amusement rides. I have tried Bonine but even though they are non drowsy I find that they make me sleepy. I tried ginger pills at Islands of Adventures Harry Potter ride which I had ridden before and was sick for hours after and was stunned at how I could ride the ride with my eyes open and no sickness! So I just went on the POA and took 1 ginger pill with food 3 x a day........(I believe this was what the package recommended). I had no problems all week! I started the pills when I got on the ship and stopped when I got home. (I thought I would keep it going while on my flight home just in case that ride got bumpy as it was kind of bumpy going in to Maui and I was a little sick!) I bought my ginger pills at Walgreens. I also bought some ginger gum but never ended up using it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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