Any type of transport may cause transport sickness (driving sickness)
It may occur suddenly or gradually
Frequent experiencing nausea and dizziness that can cause vomiting
Medication against transport sickness works best if taken before transport
What is transport sickness?
Any type of transport can cause a transport disorder or driving sickness, as it is also called
It may occur suddenly, or come gradually
You often get nausea, dizzy and throw up
Transport sickness usually ends when you are no longer in motion
You can avoid transportation at good planning
Preventive driving sickness
Precautions when traveling with:
Ship
Ask for a cabin in the middle of the ship near the waterline
Plane
Ask to get a seat at the front of the wing
When boarding, set the air valve to face your face
Train
Choose a seat near the window and face in the direction of travel
Car
Drive yourself or sit on the front seat next to the driver
General advice
Focus on the horizon or on a remote stationary object
Do not read or watch a screen such as mobile phone, tablet or PC
Keep your head calm and rest against the head restraint
Do not smoke or sit close to someone who smokes
Avoid spicy food and alcohol
Do not eat too much
Take medicine for driving sickness. It can be bought at the pharmacy at the time of purchase. These types of antihistamine are anti-dandruff, and they work drowsy if they are going to work for driving sickness
You can also get so-called scopolamine patches that are extremely effective. However, this patch requires medical prescription and has more side effects
