Scopolamine for Motion Sickness User Reviews (Page 3)

• Dai...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 9, 2018

"I would absolutely NOT recommend this patch to anyone. I was prescribed it for a long trip with many bus, train, and plane rides through Europe and Asia. The doctor and pharmacist did not tell me about the possible side effects. Although it completely stopped my motion sickness, it also affected my overall functions. It dilated my pupils to the point of having to wear sunglasses at all times for two weeks of the trip. I ended up having a panic attack thinking someone drugged me in Paris as well. I finally went to a doctor, and he told me to immediately stop using the patch. My symptoms eventually went away, but I missed out on a significant part of my trip. NEVER again would I take this."

• Ean...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 20, 2019

"Scopolamine is extremely effective during use, but after taking it off, I always experience a rebound where I feel nauseous and fatigued for about 24-48 hours. The dry mouth is super annoying too. But if it means I don’t get sick on airplanes or car rides, I think it’s worth it."

• Ash...
• March 6, 2018

"I have now had two experiences taking this patch. The first time was for a three-day boat excursion. I get motion sickness really bad, so I had a patch for the duration of our trip and was totally fine. I was so impressed with the patch and would have sworn by it. However! I just used it again for the second time this past weekend, and I have been completely miserable ever since. I took it due to a trip to Disneyland and Universal Studios, and I wanted to be able to ride the rides. Not only did it not work, but I felt nauseous, dizzy, lightheaded, and had extremely bad blurred vision by the end of the trip. My mouth got so dry I could barely swallow. It’s as if any moisture throughout my mouth and esophagus has been sucked dry. I was scared to eat because it felt like I was going to choke. I’ve had the patch off for almost 48 hours and am still bedridden from headaches, nausea, paranoia, memory loss, and just an all-around mental confusion. I’m out of work and miserable."

• Kim...
• September 3, 2014

"I have used Kimite patches on 3 separate occasions. The first time I used multiple patches for 8 consecutive days with no side effects while wearing the patch, however, for the week following removal, I experienced dizziness and headaches. On the second and third occasions, I only used one patch for a duration of 3 days each time (which is a patch's maximum longevity), and I had no side effects. I still rate this medication highly, as without my Kimite, I wouldn't be able to travel long distances due to the severity of my motion sickness."

• Cam...
• March 17, 2015

Scopolamine "I took this for a 6-hour car ride followed up by two theme parks. I strongly suggest putting the patch on the night before you leave or at least four hours ahead of time. The side effects I experienced were extremely mild. The patch made me mildly euphoric, my eyes dilated, and I got a mild headache. I am 6 ft tall and 150 lbs, it only worked for two days for me instead of the three. The only negative side effects I had were short-term memory loss, I kept asking the same questions over and over, and dry mouth. I would not drive or use this if I was going alone somewhere. I recommend keeping it on for 1 or 2 days after you need it until your body regains its equilibrium. I had no withdrawal symptoms."

• Tas...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 21, 2022

"Took this on a 10-hour cruise as I suffer from pretty bad motion sickness. I experienced zero seasickness, but the drug itself really messed me up. Extreme double vision, where I could not read letters, light refraction on certain light sources, and just generally a doughy feeling in my body and brain, dry mouth, and nose. I felt like an invalid for the last 24 hours, and even today I still feel a little off (though my vision is slowly improving). The symptoms creep up on you too, didn’t realize I was messed up until I was off the ship. Shocked, this is sold over the counter, it’s very easy to overdose, and the side effects are awful."

• Anonymous
• February 6, 2012

Scopolamine "This medicine works very well when taking a boat out to go scuba diving. The tablet advantage allows a diver to see if the charter is going out before taking it. With the patch, you have to put it on at noon for a 5:00 pm charter."

• Swe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 11, 2020

"My husband and I used these scopolamine patches for a 6-day cruise. They worked great for him (and he usually gets terrible motion sickness), but I experienced awful side effects. I was dizzy all the time (I almost fell down the stairs, it was so bad), had cotton mouth really bad, and my pupils were extremely dilated. As a result, I was super light-sensitive and couldn't read anything. I took the patch off after 24 hours, and it took another 12-16 hours for the blurred vision to subside. I still felt dizzy for another 24 hours or so. Fortunately, I didn't get seasick on the cruise, and neither did my husband, so I guess they work. I just don't think I'll try them again. The side effects were not worth it to me!"

• agm...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 13, 2017

Scopolamine "I have used the patches for years after my first cruise without one. It is the ONLY thing that keeps motion or sea sickness at bay for me. My only complaint is the dry mouth while using it. My dry mouth goes away after about 24 hours."

• NAa...
• October 21, 2019

"I used it as directed for my 14-hour flight. When it kicked in, I felt drowsy. Three hours before landing, I started vomiting, a total of three times until I landed. Tried it again on the return flight, extreme drowsiness, which caused severe nausea for 12 hours."

• Mel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 26, 2019

"I was going on a trip to France and was prescribed the scopolamine patch for motion sickness. I have Meniere's disease that makes any travel difficult. When traveling, I usually take large doses of meclizine, which controls the nausea, but I end up either sleeping or barely functioning. The patch was a miracle! I was not only able to take several flights but also fully enjoy riding in a car in France, Italy, and Switzerland through the Alps! The only thing I wish I had known about is the debilitating withdrawal that I discovered when I attempted to go back to work the day after removing the patch. I am on day 4 of only being able to stand for minutes at a time before feeling like I am going to either throw up or pass out. I am on meclizine and hoping it passes soon. I wouldn't change using the patch knowing what I do now, but I would have managed my schedule to allow some recovery time. It was the trip of a lifetime."

• Lot...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 30, 2019

"Went on an icebreaker boat in the Arctic for 10 days. Was on occasion very rough, but the patch worked so well. The only side effect was a dry mouth. Other than that, it was great. Would definitely use again."

• Nor...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 20, 2013

"It had taken me over 50 years to find something that is effective for motion sickness, so I'm an enormous fan of scopolamine. I'd tried Stugeron, Dramamine, Avomine, and Valloids, but none of them seemed to work. After research on the web, I persuaded my GP to prescribe scopolamine for our last trip to Africa, and it worked. This weekend, I used it to control the nausea of labyrinthitis. The only side effect seems to be a dry mouth."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 8, 2013

"I have battled extreme motion sickness for 29 years. After many failed attempts with Dramamine, Bonine, wristbands, ginger candies...you name it, I decided to go to my PCP and get the patch. Miracle patch! I was able to ride to the top of Mt. Mitchell in N. Carolina, ride the Blue Ridge Parkway, and spend hours out in the Gulf of Mexico! There are some negative side effects, but nothing that isn't tolerable. The first time I used the patch, I left it on for three days. I had slightly blurred near vision (anything within an arm's length was readable, but blurry lasted about 1.5 days after the patch was removed) and dry mouth. Nothing I couldn't handle. I definitely recommend this medication if you suffer from motion sickness."

• Say...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 6, 2023

"I used the scopolamine patch for 6 days while I was on a cruise for motion sickness. I started to experience side effects on the 4th day after I put on the 2nd patch as directed. My pupils dilated and I was dizzy. Not thinking much about the dizziness because I was on a boat, I got off the boat and of course took the patch off. The next day is when everything went downhill. My eyes were dilated, so I couldn’t see anything, and I was so dizzy I could barely stand. I went to urgent care where they gave me fluids, and an eye doctor checked my eyes for pressure. I was assured the side effects would be gone in 3 days. I ended up in the ER 4 days later with an accidental overdose and a heart rate that was through the roof. I am now 7 days after I removed the patch and am still struggling with a high heart rate, dizziness, and anxiety. It has been the worst experience I ever had with medicine. Just beware if you decide to use the scopolamine patch."

• KLo...
• February 26, 2008

"I took this for motion sickness before flying. I was instructed by my doctor to put it on the night before. When I got up the next morning, I had blurred vision, I had difficulty walking because my balance was so affected. I was extremely drowsy, and I felt as if I had been drugged. I had a terrible experience with the patch."

• Anonymous
• May 21, 2017

Scopolamine "The first time I took it for a bus ride I took my students on, it worked phenomenally! The second time I used it, I placed it on my right side and my right pupil became incredibly dilated! Even though I was very disoriented for the day, I didn't experience any motion sickness!"

• Pac...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 15, 2019

"Used 2 patches for a 6-day cruise. Worked well for motion sickness. After being removed for 12 hours or so, I didn’t feel quite right. BP was up, sleepy, headache, etc. But nothing debilitating. I would use again."

• Anonymous
• August 31, 2010

Scopolamine "I've had terrible motion sickness, and nothing has worked until I used this medication. It worked perfectly the first few times. I took it every time I traveled in a plane. However, I've noticed the more I use the patch, the worse the side effects have become. After using the patch, I now experience extremely dry throat, eyes, nose, blurred vision, and even nausea. Although it has successfully kept me from becoming sick while traveling up until this point, I'm not sure if this effect will always hold true."

• eml...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 13, 2015

"If I could give this drug a negative rating, I would. Please be careful taking it. I sought the patch to use on a 6-day cruise after reading that it was more effective than meclizine. Meclizine is a joy compared to scopolamine. On the patch, I was at the ship's infirmary every day with low blood pressure and feeling overheated (cruise was in Canada during fall - not warm weather!). Wicked, constant headache, nausea, and I could barely keep my eyes open for the entire trip. Ruined vacation. Disembarked and went straight to the ER. Was completely dehydrated. The ER doctor informed me of documented instances of scopolamine psychosis. Very dangerous medication, here!"

• NO...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 13, 2015

Scopolamine "I was glad to read different experiences with this medication, observing side effects and negative reactions. I can't look at a boat, roller coaster, or backseat of a car without immediate nausea. I've used Transderm-Scop patches on several occasions, and they worked very well with no sign of motion sickness whatsoever. My side effects were mild compared to others--typical dry mouth, slight euphoria, mild giddiness, mild drowsiness. I was careful not to drink much alcohol and to leave the patch on for a day after the expired amount of time as not to shock my system. TS can be expensive. Has anyone used the generic brand(s)?"

• Deb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 31, 2018

"I used the patch for a four-day cruise. I put the first patch on Thursday, the day we left port, left it on for three days, then removed it on Sunday and put on a new patch. I took that patch off on Monday when we hit land. The scopolamine patch worked great while on the ship, I did not have any motion sickness. However, about 8 hours after removing the patch, I started having very blurry vision, followed by dizziness, nausea, palpitations, and fatigue. Requiring two days off work because I could not drive or read close print. After 2 days, symptoms resolved. I would use this patch again, but for a four-day cruise, I would leave on the first patch for one week and let the dose gradually decrease to avoid the scopolamine withdrawal symptoms I experienced, which were quite debilitating."

• cac...
• November 16, 2014

Scopolamine "Used the patch while on a trip overseas, where I would be on a boat and also being driven around. I get seasick and carsick. This worked well for the most part, but I had blurry vision and light sensitivity. I did have the patch fall off a few times while showering and replaced it right away. I used this for a 14-day trip. I stopped after the area became irritated on day 10, and the area is still slightly swollen."

• Ell...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 13, 2018

"I had a patch prescribed before going on a several hours' long boat trip. Within a minute after sticking the patch behind my ear, there was an immediate feeling of a 'rush' from the patch location - an odd and unfamiliar sensation. My body reacted by fainting. Someone removed the patch from me, and I then took several hours to feel better from having fainted. Strong stuff!"

• Rac...
• June 29, 2018

Scopolamine "I get extremely motion sick on any kind of moving things, and I was booked on a flight when weather conditions were far from good. I was nervous, so I used the patch. Halfway through my trip home, my plans changed to overnight and continued on the next day. I removed the patch, washing my skin behind my ear and thinking that would be enough since I had only been wearing it maybe five hours or less. The next morning, I put on a new patch, MISTAKE! Then to make it worse, I took a Dramamine, MISTAKE! Drug interactions were terrible. I started hallucinating on the flight, and it continued through the evening. Seeing people that weren't there, etc. I had not checked to see if there were any drug interactions before I took the Dramamine. I am guessing that even applying the second patch was not that smart either. Lesson learned! However, I was not sick on some extremely bumpy flights, but I was saying all kinds of crazy things and getting some very weird looks from fellow passengers... lol."