17 Reviews. Meclizine is the generic name for the prescription drug called Antivert and the over-the-counter (OTC) medicines known as Dramamine and Bonine. Meclizine is used to treat motion sickness and dizziness. The drug belongs to a class of drugs called antihistamines, which are generally used to treat allergies.However, meclizine works a little differently, reducing nausea and muscle spasms.eclizine is used to treat motion sickness and dizziness. The drug belongs to a class of drugs called antihistamines, which are generally used to treat allergies.