SCOPOLAMINE (Generic for TRANSDERM-SCOP)

This medicine is for external use only. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Wear only 1 patch at a time. Choose an area behind the ear, that is clean, dry, hairless and free from any cuts or irritation. Wipe the area with a clean dry tissue. Peel off the plastic backing of the skin patch, trying not to touch the adhesive side with your hands. Do not cut the patches. Firmly apply to the area you have chosen, with the metallic side of the patch to the skin and the tan-colored side showing. Once firmly in place, wash your hands well with soap and water. Do not get this medicine into your eyes.
 
After removing the patch, wash your hands and the area behind your ear thoroughly with soap and water. The patch will still contain some medicine after use. To avoid accidental contact or ingestion by children or pets, fold the used patch in half with the sticky side together and throw away in the trash out of the reach of children and pets. If you need to use a second patch after you remove the first, place it behind the other ear.
 
A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.
 
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

Limit contact with water while swimming and bathing because the patch may fall off. If the patch falls off, throw it away and put a new one behind the other ear.
 
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol may interfere with the effect of this medicine. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
 
Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water may help. Contact your healthcare professional if the problem does not go away or is severe.
 
This medicine may cause dry eyes and blurred vision. If you wear contact lenses, you may feel some discomfort. Lubricating drops may help. See your healthcare professional if the problem does not go away or is severe.
 
If you are going to need surgery, an MRI, CT scan, or other procedure, tell your healthcare professional that you are using this medicine. You may need to remove the patch before the procedure.

This does not apply. This medicine is not for regular use.

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Keep out of the reach of children.
 
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Keep this medicine in the foil package until ready to use. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.