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Scopolamine
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Pronounced: (skoe-POL-a-meen)
Other Names: None Listed
Catagory: Anticholinergic |
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Drug InformationThis medicine patch helps prevent nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness.
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More Info:
Your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider may have more information about this herbal product.
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Side EffectsThe most common side effects are: dry mouth, headache, nausea
Precautions:
Before taking this medicine, talk to your health care provider if you have any of the following conditions: difficulty passing urine, nervous system disease, glaucoma, hiatal hernia, ulcerative colitis, over active thyroid, stomach obstruction, liver disease, high blood pressure, heart or blood vessel disease, an unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or atropine, other medicines, foods or dyes or preservatives
Preganant:
Before taking this medicine, if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to become pregnant, talk to your health care provider.
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Dosage InformationThis medicine is for external use only. Apply the patch at least 4 hours before you need it. Choose an area behind the ear, that is clean, dry, hairless and free from any cuts or irritation. Use one disc at a time, wipe the area with a clean dry tissue. Peel off the plastic backing of the skin patch trying not to touch the adhesive side. Firmly apply to the area you have chosen, with the metallic side of the patch to the skin and the tan-colored side showing. Wash your hands immediately after applying the patch. Remove the patch after 3 days or sooner if you no longer need it. To use a second patch after your remove the first, place it behind the other ear.
Missed Dosage:
Follow dosing instructions. This medicine is used when needed and not taken on a regular basis.
Storage:
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Overdose:
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
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