Seasickness

Updated: 2017-06-13

Overview

Seasickness is nausea and uneasiness caused by a ship's movements. Locations on a ship that are least likely to result in seasickness include the front or middle of the ship, near the water level.

Symptoms

Other symptoms include a cold sweat, dizziness, and vomiting.

Treatments

An antihistamine or a prescription patch (scopolamine) can usually prevent it.