Brand
name : Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine)
Generic ingredients: Phenobarbital, Hyoscyamine sulfate, Atropine sulfate,
Scopolamine hydrobromide
Other brand name: Bellatal
Why is Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) prescribed?
Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) is a mild antispasmodic medication; it has been used with
other drugs for relief of cramps and pain associated with various stomach,
intestinal, and bowel disorders, including irritable bowel syndrome,
acute colitis, and duodenal ulcer.
One of its ingredients, phenobarbital, is a mild sedative.
Most important fact about Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine)
Phenobarbital, one of the ingredients of Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine), can be habit-forming.
If you have ever been dependent on drugs, do not take Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine).
How should you take Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine)?
Take Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) one-half hour to 1 hour before meals. Use it exactly
as prescribed.
If you miss a dose...
Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next
dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Never take 2 doses at the same time.
Storage instructions...
Store at room temperature in a tightly closed container. Protect from
light.
Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) side effects
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity,
inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine
if it is safe for you to continue taking Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine).
* Side effects may include:
Agitation, allergic reaction, bloated feeling, blurred vision, constipation,
decreased sweating, difficulty sleeping, difficulty urinating, dilation of
the pupil of the eye, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, excitement, fast
or fluttery heartbeat, headache, hives, impotence, muscular and bone pain,
nausea, nervousness, rash, reduced sense of taste, suppression of lactation,
vomiting, weakness
Why should Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) not be prescribed?
Do not take Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) if you suffer from the eye condition called glaucoma,
diseases that block the urinary or gastrointestinal tracts, or myasthenia
gravis, a condition in which the muscles become progressively paralyzed.
Also, you should not use Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) if you have intestinal atony (loss
of strength in the intestinal muscles), unstable cardiovascular status,
severe ulcerative colitis (chronic inflammation and ulceration of the
bowel), or hiatal hernia (a rupture in the diaphragm above the stomach).
You should also avoid Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) if you have acute intermittent porphyria--a
disorder of the metabolism in which there is severe abdominal pain
and sensitivity to light.
If you are sensitive to or have ever had an allergic reaction to Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine),
its ingredients, or similar drugs, you should not take Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) . Also
avoid Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) if phenobarbital makes you excited or restless, instead
of calming you down. Make sure your doctor is aware of any drug reactions
you have experienced.
Special warnings about Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine)
Be cautious in using Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) if you suffer from high blood pressure,
overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), irregular or rapid heartbeat,
or heart, kidney, or liver disease.
Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) can decrease sweating. If you are exercising or are subjected
to high temperatures, be alert for heat prostration.
If you develop diarrhea, especially if you have an ileostomy or colostomy
(artificial openings to the bowel), check with your doctor.
If you have a gastric ulcer, use Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) with caution.
Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) may cause you to become drowsy or less alert. You should
not drive or operate dangerous machinery or participate in any hazardous
activity that requires full mental alertness until you know how Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine)
affects you.
Possible food and drug interactions when taking Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine)
Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) may intensify the effects of alcohol. Check with your doctor
before using alcohol with Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) .
Avoid taking antacids within 1 hour of a dose of Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine); they may
reduce its effectiveness.
If Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either
could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important
to check with your doctor before combining Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) with the following:
Antidepressants such as Elavil and Tofranil
Antidepressants known as MAO inhibitors, including Nardil and Parnate
Antihistamines such as Benadryl
Antispasmodic drugs such as Bentyl and Cogentin
Barbiturates such as Seconal
Blood-thinning drugs such as Coumadin
Diarrhea medications containing Kaolin or attapulgite
Digitalis (Lanoxin)
Narcotics such as Percocet
Potassium (Slow-K, K-Dur, others)
Steroids such as Medrol and Deltasone
Tranquilizers such as Valium
Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
The effects of Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) during pregnancy have not been adequately
studied. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) should
be used only when prescribed by your doctor. It is not known whether
Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) appears in breast milk. If Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine) is essential to your health,
your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding until your
treatment is finished.
Recommended dosage for Scopoderm TTS (Transderm-Scop, Scopolamine)
ADULTS Overdosage :Any medication taken in excess can cause
symptoms of overdose. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention
immediately.
