evandbob Posted February 6, 2018 #26 Share Posted February 6, 2018 I remember 1 cruise where there was a bowl full of packaged pills at guest services. You just reached in & took what you wanted. YIKES! Those were ******! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie562 Posted February 6, 2018 #27 Share Posted February 6, 2018 Free??? LOL :'):'):') Yeah right, what you think? they nickel and dime for everything. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted February 6, 2018 #28 Share Posted February 6, 2018 Check w one's own PCP/doctor about dosage, these generic Bonine in 12.5 mg also in 25 mg, OTC (over the counter) and no RX scripts needed. CVS & Walmart for less than $10 a bottle of 50 to 100. Skip the ship's line for free meds @ reception, 1 per person & no 20% thing. Sent from my dual sim KIW-L24 Honor 5X using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tef43 Posted February 6, 2018 #29 Share Posted February 6, 2018 30+ years ago you could get Dramamine from the Purser for no charge. Nowadays, they are more than happy to direct you to the shops on board, or the medical center where you can BUY them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BostonGal35 Posted February 6, 2018 #30 Share Posted February 6, 2018 guest services gives them out for free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southernshug Posted February 6, 2018 #31 Share Posted February 6, 2018 I am concerned about getting seasick and already bought both regular and non-drowsy Dramamine. But what if I run out? I am reading on here that there are some cruise lines that give out pills for free. Just wondering about NCL. I'm one of those that used the patch behind the ear (can't think of the name of them) and they worked great!!!! I wanna say I only used 2 throughout the week and I had no problems at all and yes, I had a few drinks too 😉 Guess I was a lucky one but I will say.....next cruise, I will use them again!!! Good luck to u and have a great time 😁 Sent from my SM-G930V using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShaniBell Posted February 6, 2018 #32 Share Posted February 6, 2018 I'm one of those that used the patch behind the ear (can't think of the name of them) and they worked great!!!! I wanna say I only used 2 throughout the week and I had no problems at all and yes, I had a few drinks too 😉 Guess I was a lucky one but I will say.....next cruise, I will use them again!!! Good luck to u and have a great time 😁 Sent from my SM-G930V using Forums mobile app I've used the patches on three cruises in the past four years without issue. I put on on before boarding and usually have to change it out very 3 days. Without the patch I'd be sick as a dog. With it, mildly queasy on occasion, usually when I can't see the horizon, which is why we try to book balcony staterooms if not a suite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barb65 Posted February 7, 2018 #33 Share Posted February 7, 2018 I use a product called MotionEaze. It's a liquid that comes in a very small bottle. Just dab a few drops behind your ears and it really helps with motion sickness. Available at Wal-Mart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdncruzer Posted February 7, 2018 #34 Share Posted February 7, 2018 The bartenders will also make you a "seasick" bevvie with ginger and etc ...my sister-in-law said it helped Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdvmd Posted February 7, 2018 #35 Share Posted February 7, 2018 Another vote for green apples, ginger candy (my favorite) or Sea Bands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ourfamilylovescruising Posted February 7, 2018 #36 Share Posted February 7, 2018 Thanks for all the help. I do get motion sick sometimes in the car and that's why it concerns me for our first cruise. Based on everyone's comments, I will start taking the dramamine on Friday. I am excited to go! don't take Dramamine take bonine (meclizine) it works much better Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happycruiser61079 Posted April 5, 2018 #37 Share Posted April 5, 2018 We went on a NCL cruise in 2015 and there were signs that you could get motion sickness for free at the medical office. We did not go there because we brought some with us. Not sure if it’s changed since than Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
victory2020 Posted April 6, 2018 #38 Share Posted April 6, 2018 If I remember correctly my wife went to guess services and they gave it to her for free Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I'm pretty sure Carnival does this also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hladygirl Posted April 6, 2018 #39 Share Posted April 6, 2018 Why would you wait to get seasick before you take anything? We have been on many cruises with very rough seas. We take Bonnie once a day starting the morning before our cruise and have never experienced seasickness. I became very violently ill years ago on a deep sea fishing boat and have never got on a boat or ship without Bonnie since then. Never had a problem since then. Once you are seasick these meds are useless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beergeek Posted April 6, 2018 #40 Share Posted April 6, 2018 Tequila works for me Sent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted April 6, 2018 #41 Share Posted April 6, 2018 There is a lot of uninformed, "recommendations" being given that are very naive based. A message board is not the place for medication advice. There ARE side effects possible with over the counter as well. The 2 drugs mentioned by the OP, are very different as well, with a main problem- BOTH work on prevention- not after the onset. After the onset, a medical center treatment could be the only relief, so add to the mix to have international medical insurance. Medical history is important, this should be discussed with their health care provider and/or pharmacist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mugtech Posted April 6, 2018 #42 Share Posted April 6, 2018 If I remember correctly my wife went to guess services and they gave it to her for free Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Never saw that place, anything like guest services? I guess I need to look around more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KRAZYKRITTER2000 Posted April 6, 2018 #43 Share Posted April 6, 2018 I have a very big problem with motion sickness. The patches used to work wonders but now there are too many side effects for me. I take a 1/2 of a Bonine before bed every night starting two nights out. They still make me sleepy during the day. Ginger and the sea bands do nothing for me. The only time I have a real problem is if the sea gets rough and then nothing helps. It's true that your cabin is the worst place you can be if you don't feel well. With all this being said, I still love to cruise and haven't faced rough seas to often. Go enjoy your vacation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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