Sit or lie down immediately
Keep your head still and avoid sudden movements
Focus your eyes on a fixed point
Drink water if you may be dehydrated
Eat something if low blood sugar is possible
Stand up slowly and carefully
Avoid driving, climbing, or operating machinery
Rest in a quiet, dim room
Avoid alcohol and caffeine
Try to sleep and reduce stress
Use prescribed vertigo or nausea medicine if available
Follow any vestibular exercises recommended by a clinician
Seek medical care if vertigo is severe, persistent, or recurring
Get urgent help if you have chest pain, fainting, weakness, trouble speaking, severe headache, or vision changes