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Transderm Scop 1.5 mg - 4 Patches
Drug Uses
Transderm Scop is used to relieve nausea, vomiting,
and dizziness associated with motion sickness. Transderm
Scop is an anticholinergic medicine. Anticholinergics
have many effects in the body. For example, they decrease
the secretion of fluids, slow the stomach and intestine,
and dilate the pupils.
How Taken
Transderm Scop 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. At the end of 3 days
or when the Transderm Scop 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 Transderm
Scop from the area. If a new patch needs to be applied,
place a fresh patch on the hairless area behind your
other ear. Warnings/Precautions
Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you
have kidney disease, liver disease, an enlarged prostate,
difficulty urinating, bladder problems, or glaucoma.
Transderm Scop is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This
means that it is not known whether Transderm Scop will
harm an unborn baby. Do not use Transderm Scop without
first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It
is not known whether Transderm Scop passes into breast
milk. Do not use Transderm Scop without first talking
to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Transderm
Scop is not recommended for use by children. Children
are much more sensitive to the side effects of scopolamine.
Missed Dose
Remove the old patch as soon as you remember and apply
a new patch to the same area behind the other ear. If
it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed
dose altogether. Never take a double dose of Transderm
Scop. Possible Side Effects
Stop using Transderm Scop and seek emergency medical
attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty
breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your
lips, tongue, or face; or hives). Other, less serious
side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to
use Transderm Scop and talk to your doctor if you experience
drowsiness; dry mouth, nose, or throat; restlessness,
excitation, nervousness, or insomnia; blurred vision;
dizziness; decreased appetite, nausea, or vomiting;
difficulty urinating; or an irregular or fast heartbeat.
Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, headache, and poor coordination
have been reported when treatment that has lasted more
than 3 days is discontinued. If you use Transderm Scop
for more than 3 days, be aware that these side effects
may occur when you stop. Side effects other than those
listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about
any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially
bothersome. Storage
Should be stored at controlled room temperature between
20?C - 25?C (68?F - 77?F). Overdose
Seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of a Transderm
Scop overdose include drowsiness, dizziness, agitation,
excitability, seizures or convulsions, hallucinations,
and death. More Information
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Transderm Scop may cause
dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. If you experience
dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision, avoid these
activities. Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase
drowsiness and dizziness while you are using Transderm
Scop. Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes
only, it is not intended that this information covers
all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions,
or adverse effects of your medication. This is only
general information, and should not be relied on for
any purpose. It should not be construed as containing
specific instructions for any particular patient. We
disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability
of this information, and/or any consequences arising
from the use of this information, including damage or
adverse consequences to persons or property, however
such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either
expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.
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