Re: Can you get anti-emetics over the counter?
My favorite is Bonine, which is Meclizine. It's the same active ingredient in Less-Drowsey Dramamine, and prescription Antivert. It's for dizziness/nausea.
I used to take an old anti-anxiety drug called Tranxene during my attacks, but I was out one day and remembered someone on here talking about the anti-emetics. I had some Bonine left over from a trip and took that and POOF, all better. Since my only fear is V*, my anxiety attacks start off with dizziness and n*. Once I stop those I feel better. I thought the Doctor would be mad, but he was thrilled because it's so much safer on my body/liver than Tranxene. I also love that when I run out of my script I can pick some up ANYWHERE.
At first they made me a BIT sleepy (Like, once I stopped moving I'd crash). That faded into me just sleeping well if I had taken one that day - now I can take 2 in 12 hours and not feel at all drowsy. So you do get used to it. The best part is the Bonine and most of the store-brands are sold as yummy chewable tablets - no water needed and I feel it gets into my bloodstream faster.
-Jenni
"Look for love and evidence that you're worth keeping." PJ