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Motion sickness when participating in thrills in the amusement park makes you lose the interesting experience. Our eyes, inner ears, and muscles and joints sense change as we move and transmit information to our brains. When the engine starts to move, different parts of the body transmit to the brain different information, disorienting the brain, leading to dizziness, nausea, and possibly the worst possible scenario. vomiting out. This situation occurs not only when we ride a roller coaster but also when we ride a train, boat, train, plane and motorcycle. To overcome motion sickness, you can take medication or make adjustments in your life like diet and body posture.

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Method 1 of 2: Use anti-motion sickness medicine

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   Use an over-the-counter Dramamine anti-motion sickness medicine. Dimenhydrinate (also a form of Dramamine, but there are many different brands) is a medicine that helps to release stomach acids, and is widely available in pharmacies or grocery stores. These drugs block the brain from receiving information that causes nausea. Dramamine can be purchased in the form of a sedative and a non-sedative. Medicines that do not cause sleep are appropriate when participating in the entertainment area. If it takes a long time to travel by train or plane and need to sleep, the drowsiness can be very effective.
   • To prevent motion sickness, it is best to take the medicine 30 to 60 minutes before playing thrills. Every 4 to 6 hours, adults and children over 12 years of age can take Dimenhydrinate as needed to prevent or treat motion sickness. Children under 12 years of age can receive this medication every 6 or 8 hours, however, it is advisable to consult a doctor before giving it to young children.
   • There are also a few similar drugs used to treat motion sickness. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for the medication that is best for you.

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   Use a Scopolamine patch. You will need the advice of your doctor to prescribe this medication. Usually, this drug is suitable for those who do not like to use Dramamine. Mostly, Scopolamine is available as a patch.
   • Tell your doctor about any side effects you may experience, including drowsiness, disorientation, dry lips or hallucinations.
   • Some people with glaucoma or other health problems will likely not be able to take this medication, to make sure you inform your doctor about the problem you are having.

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   Use a Scopolamine patch. Use the paste according to the instructions on the package. Usually, medications are placed behind the ear at least 4 hours before they take effect. Wash the ears after before applying. Remove the patch from the package. Paste on skin. Wash hands immediately afterwards. Remove the patch as you see fit or as indicated on the package.

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   Pharmaceutical supplement flavored with ginger. Ginger (medicinal products of the ginger family) is inexpensive and effective. You can use fresh ginger or in pill form. They are widely sold in pharmacies or grocery stores.
   • If you want to use fresh ginger, simply peel off the skin and cut into small square pieces.Slice them into gum-like pieces. Many people feel very uncomfortable with the pungent taste of ginger. If you are one of those, choose pill pills.
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Method 2 of 2: Implement a strategy to avoid motion sickness

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   Eat a little to stabilize your stomach. Eating some snacks like crackers or ginger before or after playing thrills helps to calm your stomach. Snacks high in carbohydrates and low in fat are great for motion sickness. Eat foods that taste ginger, breads, cereals, nuts, or fruits.
   • Spicy or acidic foods can irritate the stomach lining, making the entire digestive system more susceptible to motion sickness symptoms.

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   Sit in the most stable position of the train. This will vary depending on the vehicle type. Usually, the most stable position for a roller coaster is in the middle. The position before and after the roller coaster is often more shocking. For cars, the most stable position is the front seat. As for boats and aircraft, the safest position is also in the middle.

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   Keep head and neck neat. Motion sickness is often caused by inconsistencies in transmitting signals from different parts of the body, try to keep your head and neck upright for the duration of the ride. This way, your head will shake less. Especially when riding a roller coaster, this will help prevent head and neck from injury.

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   The eyes look at a fixed point. You are more likely to experience dizziness if your eyes keep looking around. Should keep your eyes at a fixed point whenever you join the vehicles above. If you're riding a roller coaster, it can be very helpful if you stare at the car ahead or simply close your eyes. If you are on a boat ride, gaze out at the horizon. This will help reduce seasickness.

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   Minimize movement. This is very helpful for motion sickness. In fact, this method is really not suitable for use in amusement parks. But if you travel by plane, train, boat or car, you should limit your mobility. Don't read books or watch movies. Just sit back and relax to prevent motion sickness.

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   Apply pressure to acupuncture point P6. Acupuncture points known as Pericardium 6 are believed to relieve nausea. This point is on the inside of the wrist, located in the middle about 3 cm from the wrist fold. Lots of stores sell bracelets, inside there are buttons that put pressure on the acupuncture point. Scientists have studied that this is very effective for motion sickness.
   • There is still a lot of controversy about these acupuncture points or the pressure actions to reduce nausea symptoms. Either way, you can try one that worked for you.
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