mommyto3nj Posted February 16, 2015 #1 Share Posted February 16, 2015 I get seasick and so does my mom and my daughter. On my first cruise out of NYC, I was sick as a dog (as was my daughter). However, we were prescribed the patch behind our ear and we didn't put it on as told and waited until we were sick to wear it. Stupid mistake. So I kind of blame the sick on that. Second cruise we sailed out of Port Canaveral. I wore the patch and didn't get seasick, however I had horrible headache and sinusitis. I blame the patch. So here we are going back on a cruise! :p Might be a stupid idea but I am determined to not get sick this time! We are out of NY again, and I am thinking of other options than that patch lol. Anything tried and true? Also, I wanted to book midship but since we need two rooms close to one another, they only had a forward rooms available. I'm a little disappointed as I've heard midship is better. We are higher up this time, as first cruise we were on deck 2, and second cruise we were on deck 5 and this one we are on 10, which I've also heard helped. Should I keep on trying for midship rooms at this point or just go forward and hope for the best? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bulldog3777 Posted February 16, 2015 #2 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Mid ship and lower has the least movement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted February 16, 2015 #3 Share Posted February 16, 2015 I get seasick and so does my mom and my daughter. On my first cruise out of NYC, I was sick as a dog (as was my daughter). However, we were prescribed the patch behind our ear and we didn't put it on as told and waited until we were sick to wear it. Stupid mistake. So I kind of blame the sick on that. Second cruise we sailed out of Port Canaveral. I wore the patch and didn't get seasick, however I had horrible headache and sinusitis. I blame the patch. So here we are going back on a cruise! :p Might be a stupid idea but I am determined to not get sick this time! We are out of NY again, and I am thinking of other options than that patch lol. Anything tried and true? Also, I wanted to book midship but since we need two rooms close to one another, they only had a forward rooms available. I'm a little disappointed as I've heard midship is better. We are higher up this time, as first cruise we were on deck 2, and second cruise we were on deck 5 and this one we are on 10, which I've also heard helped. Should I keep on trying for midship rooms at this point or just go forward and hope for the best? There are numerous OTC meds that work quiet well in preventing sea sickness without the side effects of the patch. We use Boninne which is non drowsy, but there is Dramamine, in both regular and non drowsy versions. Some people swear by ginger and sea bands. I personally think those two things are worthless, but if they work for you then have at it. As far as room location, if you are looking for most stable it is middle of the ship as low as possible. (think about a seesaw - where does it seem to move the least?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyto3nj Posted February 16, 2015 Author #4 Share Posted February 16, 2015 There are numerous OTC meds that work quiet well in preventing sea sickness without the side effects of the patch. We use Boninne which is non drowsy, but there is Dramamine, in both regular and non drowsy versions. Some people swear by ginger and sea bands. I personally think those two things are worthless, but if they work for you then have at it. As far as room location, if you are looking for most stable it is middle of the ship as low as possible. (think about a seesaw - where does it seem to move the least?) Non drowsy meds may work well for me. Thanks for the tip!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayerussell Posted February 16, 2015 #5 Share Posted February 16, 2015 I had a surgeon tell me about taking ginger capsules for sea sickness. I start taking them around 4 days before cruise. Day before cruise I start taking meclizine- a generic of Bonine-works great! I used to get very very seasick but now no problems!!! Btw- I ask my pharmacist for the meclizine. I can get an entire bottle of it for half the cost of one small pack of Bonine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacketwatch Posted February 16, 2015 #6 Share Posted February 16, 2015 For minimizing sway it's low and mid. No question. Meds depends on how you respond to them. My wife used Dramamine and that works well for her. I don't know how you find out ahead of time short of taking a "test cruise" :D. Best of luck! Larry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aquarianne11 Posted February 16, 2015 #7 Share Posted February 16, 2015 I get seasick a lot so I need to stay mid-ship. I also use Bonine and SeaBand. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted February 16, 2015 #8 Share Posted February 16, 2015 One way to minimize the side effects of the scopolamine patch is to reduce the dosage. Take a small round bandage, and stick it behind your ear. Then place the whole patch (do not cut it) so that the patch is half on the bandage and half on your skin. The scopolamine will not be absorbed through the bandage, effectively reducing the dosage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catniss87 Posted February 16, 2015 #9 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Def midship and try sea bands they work amazing for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AEckhardt Posted February 16, 2015 #10 Share Posted February 16, 2015 My family and I have always used Bonine and have never had a problem! [emoji4] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karoo Posted February 16, 2015 #11 Share Posted February 16, 2015 I use ginger tablets or eat anything ginger. Works for me and no side effects. I've even asked for fresh ginger onboard. Cut into slices and put it into hot water. Spend time also in the midship public areas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny DI Posted February 16, 2015 #12 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Meclazine before boarding the ship. It is an OTC now but have to ask your pharmacist for it. I need the 25 mg dosage. Take as needed...I don't take them at night or on days with excursions. Meclazine has only failed me one time...Azamara Quest in Caribbean. I blame the ship and won't sail one of the smaller ships again. The butler gave me ginger ale and ginger candy...didn't work. Nothing worked until the ship left the area of the swells...4 days later. The front of the ship is the worst for me. I can't go to any of the nightclubs, spas etc that are at the front of the ship. I can handle the aft of a ship. My MD doesn't like the patch because I take BP medication. I don't feel anything on the mega ships down to the 1200 passenger ones...just the little ones. I have two cruises booked...first one is aft and the second is mid aft both on 3200 passengers +. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted February 16, 2015 #13 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Meclazine before boarding the ship. It is an OTC now but have to ask your pharmacist for it. I need the 25 mg dosage. Take as needed...I don't take them at night or on days with excursions. Meclazine has only failed me one time...Azamara Quest in Caribbean. I blame the ship and won't sail one of the smaller ships again. The butler gave me ginger ale and ginger candy...didn't work. Nothing worked until the ship left the area of the swells...4 days later. The front of the ship is the worst for me. I can't go to any of the nightclubs, spas etc that are at the front of the ship. I can handle the aft of a ship. My MD doesn't like the patch because I take BP medication. I don't feel anything on the mega ships down to the 1200 passenger ones...just the little ones. I have two cruises booked...first one is aft and the second is mid aft both on 3200 passengers +. Just an FYI to the OP Mezcaline = Bonnine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyto3nj Posted February 16, 2015 Author #14 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Thanks for all the tips! I just called and was so lucky to have two rooms mid ship right next to one another open up! Phew! I was worried. I think I'm going to skip the patch this trip and go for the Bonine, after hearing the reviews on this post! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyto2girls Posted February 16, 2015 #15 Share Posted February 16, 2015 (edited) I get very seasick but as yiu can see from our Crusie history we cruise very often, I can only say one word...Bonine. Start it the day before you leave make sure you take it every day and have a great trip Edited February 16, 2015 by mommyto2girls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncklhaus Posted February 16, 2015 #16 Share Posted February 16, 2015 We we're on deck 8 forward in 8130 and felt it ship only a little bit. But the first night as we we're getting under way, I'm thinking towards 7pm I started feeling queasy. I put 2 drops of MotionEaze behind each ear. Within seconds, complete relief. It's safe for all ages and doesn't interact with alcohol. It's available everywhere. I found mine in Walmart, but also saw it in CVS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrPanthers99 Posted February 16, 2015 #17 Share Posted February 16, 2015 You want midship if seasickness is a concern Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyto3nj Posted February 16, 2015 Author #18 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Quick question....how is Bonine with alcohol? I don't drink a ton but I do like my alcoholic beverages on a cruise. Any thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyto2girls Posted February 16, 2015 #19 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Quick question....how is Bonine with alcohol? I don't drink a ton but I do like my alcoholic beverages on a cruise. Any thoughts? There is no issue with alcohol and Bonine. It is non drowsy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D&J 2004 Posted February 16, 2015 #20 Share Posted February 16, 2015 We had very rough seas once, and my wife got very sick. All the gift shop had was the Sea Bands, so I bought them. I was skeptical, but my wife was perfectly fine in no time at all. She has never needed them since, but won't cruise without them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpb718 Posted February 17, 2015 #21 Share Posted February 17, 2015 We've sailed mid-ship once, on the 10th deck, and all other cruises have been in an aft suite or balcony. The most movement we've experienced was the mid-ship stateroom - almost rolled out of bed a couple nights. At least 2 of our cruises were stormy - one time we had to stay an extra night docked in Bermuda because a storm was raging - but that was in an aft cabin. Just offering a counterpoint, as I'm really not convinced that mid-ship is always better - at least not on the higher decks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted February 17, 2015 #22 Share Posted February 17, 2015 Quick question....how is Bonine with alcohol? I don't drink a ton but I do like my alcoholic beverages on a cruise. Any thoughts? I don't have any problem consuming adult beverages with Boninne. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gershep Posted February 17, 2015 #23 Share Posted February 17, 2015 I get sea sick alot. I feel movement the most in the aft. I book forward but as close to middle as I can get and usually on deck 9 or 10. I have tried ginger and Dramamine and they did not work. The patch works great but the withdrawals are not pleasant. I now use Meclizine. In New York I need a prescription to get it and it is reasonably priced. I hear if you ask your steward for green apples they work. On CC I read about Nauzene which is over the counter and it helps in the event you feel nauseous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KayFit Posted February 17, 2015 #24 Share Posted February 17, 2015 I use ginger tablets or eat anything ginger. Works for me and no side effects. I've even asked for fresh ginger onboard. Cut into slices and put it into hot water. Spend time also in the midship public areas. I also asked for fresh ginger after I ran out of my ginger candy I bought from Vitamin Shoppe. Ginger works perfectly. I suck on ginger every time I feel seasick and it goes right away. I was forward on deck 8 on my cruise and I would have to leave my room to go midship to feel better. Often I would go down to deck 6 to sit in the casino. I think lower and mid ship is the best bet. You may have to compromise the rooms being close together so that you can enjoy your cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetiekk Posted February 17, 2015 #25 Share Posted February 17, 2015 I get very sea sick so my doctor prescribes my Meclizine for motion sickness and Zofran for nausea and it has worked the best. I didn't get sick once on my last cruise with that combo. The patches make me more sick because they are too strong. The middle of the ship is the best place to be. The front is the worst. Btw... The prescription Meclizine is the same as the Bonine but way cheaper. Also a balcony room helped me, I get sick in a Oceanview or inside room. Good luck :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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