Scopolamine Benefits & Uses

Scopolamine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Motion Sickness

Other Benefits

Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)
Iritis
Salivary Gland Problems

Scopolamine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Scopolamine Related Warnings

Is the use of Scopolamine safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Scopolamine. It is best to stop taking Scopolamine immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Scopolamine safe during breastfeeding?

Scopolamine is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Scopolamine on the Kidneys?

Scopolamine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Scopolamine on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Scopolamine on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Scopolamine on the Heart?

Scopolamine is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Scopolamine with Other Drugs

Scopolamine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Fentanyl

Mild

Paracetamol

Scopolamine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Scopolamine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
Asthma
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Myasthenia Gravis
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Hyperthyroidism

Frequently asked Questions about Scopolamine

Is this Scopolamine habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Scopolamine has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Scopolamine can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Scopolamine only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Scopolamine for mental disorders.

No

Scopolamine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Scopolamine

Taking Scopolamine with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Scopolamine

Taking Scopolamine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe