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Transdermal Scopolamine at Alfaus.com Prescription Drugs Pharmacy
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 Transdermal
Scopolamine is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by motion
sickness. |
The
following information is intended to supplement, not
substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be
construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare
professional before using this drug.
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Transdermal Scopolamine Use Indication:
Transdermal Scopolamine comes as a patch to be placed on the
skin behind your ear. Apply one patch to a clean, dry,
hairless area behind the ear. The patch should be applied at
least 4 hours before its effects will be needed. Each patch is
good for 3 days. Follow the directions on your prescription
label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain
any part you do not understand. Use the Transdermal
Scopolamine patch exactly as directed.
To apply the patch, follow the directions provided by the
manufacturer and these steps:
After washing the area behind the ear, wipe the area with a
clean, dry tissue to ensure that the area is dry.
Remove the patch from its protective pouch. To expose the
adhesive surface of the patch, the clear plastic protective
strip should be peeled off and discarded. Contact with the
exposed adhesive layer should be avoided to prevent
contamination of fingers with Transdermal Scopolamine.
Temporary blurred vision and dilation of the pupils may result
if Transdermal Scopolamine comes into contact with your eyes.
Place the adhesive side against the skin.
Press the patch firmly for 10-20 seconds. Be sure that the
edges adhere to your skin.
After you have placed the patch behind your ear, wash your
hands thoroughly.
At the end of 3 days, or when the Transdermal Scopolamine
patch is no longer needed, remove the patch and throw it away.
Wrap the patch in tissue or paper to avoid exposing anyone
else to the remaining medication. Wash your hands and the area
behind your ear thoroughly to remove any traces of Transdermal
Scopolamine from the area. If a new patch needs to be applied,
place a fresh patch on the hairless area behind your other
ear.
Transdermal Scopolamine Medication Side Effects:
Although side effects from scopolamine patches are not common,
they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are
severe or do not go away:
drowsiness
disorientation
dry mouth
blurred vision
dilated pupils
confusion
hallucinations
difficulty urinating
rash
If you experience any of the following symptoms while Transdermal
Scopolamine, remove the
patch and call your doctor immediately:
eye pain
dizziness
rapid pulse
Precautions on using Transdermal Scopolamine Medication
Before
taking Transdermal Scopolamine, tell your doctor and
pharmacist
if you are allergic to Transdermal Scopolamine or any other
drugs.
what prescription and nonprescription medications you are
taking, especially medications that decrease mental alertness;
cough, cold, and allergy products; and vitamins.
if you have or have ever had glaucoma; heart, liver, or kidney
disease; stomach or intestinal obstruction; or difficulty
urinating.
if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are
breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using Transdermal
Scopolamine patches, call your doctor immediately.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the
doctor or dentist that you are using Transdermal Scopolamine
patches.
you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not
drive a car or operate machinery until you know how
Transdermal Scopolamine patches will affect you. This is
especially important during the first 3-5 days of therapy and
when your dose is increased.
about the safe use of alcohol while taking this drug. Alcohol
increases the side effects caused by Transdermal Scopolamine
patches.
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