Scopolamine, known under the brand names of Scopace, Transderm-Scop or Maldemar, is a medication that belongs to the drug category of anticholinergic medications, according to Drugs.com. It is used to treat motion sickness, irritable bowel syndrome, spastic (tight) muscles and recovery from anesthesia. Scopolamine is available as a patch and should be taken as your doctor prescribes. If you are using scopolamine, you should be aware of its side effects.
Common Side Effects
Medline Plus states that common side effects of scopolamine include dry mouth, blurry vision, confusion and hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that are not there). Users may also experience a rash, dilated pupils and disorientation. If these symptoms persist or become more severe, you should get immediate medical help.
Serious Side Effects
Scopolamine may lead to serious side effects such as pain, eye redness and trouble urinating, according to Drugs.com. You may also be allergic to scopolamine's ingredients. This can lead to difficulty breathing, hives and swelling of your throat, face and lips. It is important you seek immediate help if you have these symptoms.
Rare Side Effects
Scopolamine may lead to such rare side effects as agitation, confusion, rambling speech, paranoia and delusions (difficulty distinguishing fantasy from reality), according to Drugs.com. Users may also experience hallucinations. If these effects occur, stop using scopolamine and call your medical provider.
Overdose
If you take more scopolamine than your doctor recommends, you may develop serious signs of an overdose. According to Drugs.com, these side effects include fever, dizziness, drowsiness, convulsions, coma and even death.
