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Emme999

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Because so many people are having trouble with nausea and dramamine worked so well for me in the past when I had trouble (because of cysts rupturing & other fun stuff) I wrote to them to find out if it's gluten free.

Here's their response:

(Warning: It isn't pretty!)

Dear Michelle:

Thank you for your interest in Dramamine. We do not specifically test for the presence of gluten in our products. Therefore, we cannot certify them to be gluten free. While I can tell you that there are no gluten-containing grains in this product, I cannot guarantee that cross-contamination with gluten did not occur in the manufacturing process.

If we can be of further assistance to you, please contact us toll free at 1-800-223-0182 (U.S.) or 1-800-661-4659 (Canada). We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You may also visit us online at www.prodhelp.com.

Heather

Consumer Affairs Department

Pfizer Consumer Healthcare

On May 29 2005 at 3:24:00 EDT ... wrote:

> Brand - DRAMAMINE

> Could you please tell me if dramamine has any gluten in it? I am contacting you because I have celiac disease and a severe gluten intolerance. Are there any ingredients in dramamine that contain any derivative of wheat, barely, rye, or oats? Please let me know.

>

> Thank you, Michelle

>

> p.s. If it is possible to send me a list of Pfizers other gluten-free drugs, that would be highly appreciated!

>

And they obviously never sent me a list of gluten free products because they can't guarantee schmack! :angry: Those HOSERS!! :angry:

Oh well, try Ginger Wonder Syrup from New Chapter ( Open Original Shared Link ) - that's pretty good stuff - especially when you can't wait for a pill to work! Take it straight from the spoon.

Sorry I couldn't be of more help!!

- Michelle :wub:


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Hi Michelle!

Does the Ginger Wonder Syrup help with upset stomach, gas, etc.?

Thanks!

Meg

Emme999 Enthusiast

YES! Ginger is pretty amazing stuff! But you have to get quality ginger or else it doesn't do much. I've had great results with New Chapter ginger supplements - particularly the Gingiforce Ginger Extract. It's been enormously helpful for me with gas & those other fun things. If I have it - I always be sure to take it if I'll be eating beans! :P

The gingiforce stuff is pricey though - if you get it, be sure to buy it online or on sale. I buy my vitamins from webvitamins.com or vitacost.com or smartbomb.com - depending on who has the best price ;) I love vitamins but they aren't cheap!

Here are some links:

Regarding ginger & nausea: Open Original Shared Link

Regarding ginger in general: Open Original Shared Link

I think the ginger syrup is especially good for nausea because it's in you instantly - no need to wait for a pill to work. Plus - a little bottle is only about $8 and tastes yummy!! (Quality investment ;))

Good luck!!

- Michelle :wub:

  • 11 years later...
Theri Apprentice

Thankyou for the information!

On 6/2/2005 at 1:50 AM, bean said:

Because so many people are having trouble with nausea and dramamine worked so well for me in the past when I had trouble (because of cysts rupturing & other fun stuff) I wrote to them to find out if it's gluten free.

 

Here's their response:

 

(Warning: It isn't pretty!)

 

Dear Michelle:

 

Thank you for your interest in Dramamine. We do not specifically test for the presence of gluten in our products. Therefore, we cannot certify them to be gluten free. While I can tell you that there are no gluten-containing grains in this product, I cannot guarantee that cross-contamination with gluten did not occur in the manufacturing process.

 

If we can be of further assistance to you, please contact us toll free at 1-800-223-0182 (U.S.) or 1-800-661-4659 (Canada). We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You may also visit us online at www.prodhelp.com.

 

 

Heather

Consumer Affairs Department

Pfizer Consumer Healthcare

 

On May 29 2005 at 3:24:00 EDT ... wrote:

> Brand - DRAMAMINE

 

> Could you please tell me if dramamine has any gluten in it? I am contacting you because I have celiac disease and a severe gluten intolerance. Are there any ingredients in dramamine that contain any derivative of wheat, barely, rye, or oats? Please let me know.

>

> Thank you, Michelle

>

> p.s. If it is possible to send me a list of Pfizers other gluten-free drugs, that would be highly appreciated!

>

 

And they obviously never sent me a list of gluten free products because they can't guarantee schmack! :angry: Those HOSERS!! :angry:

 

Oh well, try Ginger Wonder Syrup from New Chapter ( Open Original Shared Link ) - that's pretty good stuff - especially when you can't wait for a pill to work! Take it straight from the spoon.

 

Sorry I couldn't be of more help!!

 

- Michelle :wub:

 

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