Scopolamine (Transderm Scop) Flashcards
1
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Class
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Neurologic antivertigo, antimuscarinic
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Action
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Antagonizes acetycholine at muscarinic receptors
3
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Indications
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Motion sickness
4
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Adverse Effects
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Dry mouth, drowsiness, dilated pupils and blurred vision, hallucinations, confusion
5
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Contraindications
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Glaucoma, cardiac arrhythmias, coronary artery disease, known sensitivity
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Dosage (Adults & children >12 yrs old)
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1 disc applied to skin behind ear
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Special Considerations
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Half-life 8 hours; Pregnancy class C
