Blackmores Travel Calm Ginger

Product Details

Blackmores Travel Calm Ginger, when taken prior to travelling, helps to reduce symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, vertigo and cold sweats associated with motion sickness. It may help reduce the symptoms of gastrointestinal upset from other causes and may have a settling effect on the stomach.

Features and benefits:
* Non drowsy formula
* Suitable for children over 6 years of age

How it works Research supports the use of ginger to reduce the occurrence of and symptoms of motion sickness. These symptoms include nausea, vomiting, vertigo and cold sweats. The actual mechanism of action is unclear, however it has been suggested that ginger aids in these conditions by having a local action on the digestive system. Ginger is warming and stimulating, and aids digestion by promoting the secretion of gastric acids. Ginger can reduce the symptoms of gastrointestinal upset as it is a carminative which eases colic and flatulence, while helping to relieve vomiting and gastrointestinal muscular spasm.

Dosage Adults - Take 2 to 3 tablets an hour before travelling; then 1 tablet every 2 hours. Children 6-12 years Take 2 tablets 30 minutes before travelling, then 1/2 to 1 tablet every 2 hours, depending on severity. Under 6 years Only as professionally prescribed. Cautions * Always read the label. Use only as directed. * If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional. Active ingredients per tablet Zingiber officinale (Ginger) root powder 400 mg