Review the side-effects of Scopolamine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most common- Dryness of mouth, difficulty in swallowing, talking, dizziness.
Central Nervous system- Confusion, headache, restlessness, hallucinations, memory disturbances.
Eye- Blurring of vision, increased sensitivity to light, increased eye pressure in patients suffering from narrow angle glaucoma.
Skin- Flushing, irritation, and rashes.
Genitourinary- Retention of urine.
Heart- Variations in blood pressure.
Potentially Fatal- Central Nervous System depression, coma, circulatory and respiratory failure.
Isopto Hyoscine, Transderm Scop
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most common- Dryness of mouth, difficulty in swallowing, talking, dizziness.
Central Nervous system- Confusion, headache, restlessness, hallucinations, memory disturbances.
Eye- Blurring of vision, increased sensitivity to light, increased eye pressure in patients suffering from narrow angle glaucoma.
Skin- Flushing, irritation, and rashes.
Genitourinary- Retention of urine.
Heart- Variations in blood pressure.
Potentially Fatal- Central Nervous System depression, coma, circulatory and respiratory failure.
Other Precautions :
If there is no improvement in your health condition, consult with your doctor.Drug Name : Scopolamine
Scopolamine(Isopto Hyoscine) generic is an anticholinergic agent, prescribed for prevention of symptoms of motion sickness such as nausea and vomiting, and recovery from anesthesia and surgery. It is also used to treat certain types of muscle spasm problems (eg. Parkinsonism) and certain stomach or intestinal problems (eg, irritable bowel syndrome). It may be used as eye drops in cases of eye inflammation.Trade Names for Scopolamine
International :
Isopto Hyoscine, Transderm Scop
