Scopolamine and Drowsiness: What Users Say

• Tin...
• July 8, 2015

Scopolamine for Motion Sickness "This worked great for me. We went fishing on a small boat in the ocean for three days (going out each day) in some pretty choppy seas, and I never felt nauseous, nor did I get sleepy. I hate the drowsiness I get with Dramamine, so this was very welcome. One patch lasted for all three days, so it was economical, too. The only challenge is ensuring the patch stays on during showers."

• Gig...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 5, 2020

For Nausea/Vomiting "Do not take scopolamine! It feels like it is poisoning my body. I was given the transdermal patch during an ER visit for un-retractable Ménière’s disease, vertigo, and vomiting. I had never heard of the med before. The doctor said it was a safe option that worked fast. It stopped my vomiting instantly along with making me so drowsy I couldn’t stand and had to be wheeled to the car. I slept for 48 hours straight, while just having the energy to make it to the bathroom. I removed the patch after 48 hours and proceeded to get dry heaves, a horrible rash on my hands and feet (like I had been burned). Anxiety, hallucinations, insomnia, eye pain, dizziness, body aches, and muscle spasms. Still in bed suffering. I can’t imagine what would have happened if I left the patch on for the additional allotted day."

• Mmc...
• June 24, 2016

Scopolamine for Motion Sickness "I have severe motion sickness with nausea and vomiting... room spinning... vertigo. I put the patch on 4 hours before my flight and cruise, it works excellent for me without the drowsiness, blurred vision, and dry mouth. It works differently on different people, but you won't know until you try it."

• WRK...
• November 30, 2015

Scopolamine for Motion Sickness "I have suffered from motion sickness my entire life on boats, in cars, and on amusement rides. I have used OTC medicines like Dramamine, but the side effect of sleepiness was so overpowering, I couldn't even enjoy the activity. I recently heard of this wonder drug called Transderm and, after reading reviews and speaking to a pharmacist, I decided to put it to the test at Tampa Bay Busch Gardens. WOW!!!!! I had the best time ever. I rode every ride, and only one of them made me feel a LITTLE dizzy and nauseous during and briefly after. I did feel a bit drowsy as well for about five minutes, but this was minor. The dry mouth was probably the biggest side effect I experienced. Overall, it was a success, and I would use it again."

• WRK...
• November 30, 2015

Scopolamine for Motion Sickness "I have suffered from motion sickness my entire life on boats, in cars, and on amusement rides. I have used OTC medicines like Dramamine, but the side effect of sleepiness was so overpowering, I couldn't even enjoy the activity. I recently heard of this wonder drug called Transderm and, after reading reviews and speaking to a pharmacist, I decided to put it to the test at Tampa Bay Busch Gardens. WOW!!!!! I had the best time ever. I rode every ride, and only one of them made me feel a LITTLE dizzy and nauseous during and briefly after. I did feel a bit drowsy as well for about five minutes, but this was minor. The dry mouth was probably the biggest side effect I experienced. Overall, it was a success, and I would use it again."

• NAa...
• October 21, 2019

For Motion Sickness "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."

• KLo...
• February 26, 2008

For Motion Sickness "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."

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

Scopolamine for Motion Sickness "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)?"

• Ann...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 27, 2019

Scopolamine for Motion Sickness "This drug completely changed my experience of deep sea fishing trips and being on the boat in general. I applied the patch before bed so that it would be in full effect by the next morning. Only side effects upon waking were mild imbalance and incoordination, but this went away after eating a breakfast sandwich and coffee. I only began to feel a little sleepy/drowsy on the way home, which I believe is pretty normal for anyone exposed to that much motion at one time (the sunburn, heat, and humidity I’m sure exacerbated it). Through all of this, the patch stayed on great, but I did not swim. I’m 5’1”, 123 lb, 22-year-old female, and the dosing was fine for me. Do not cut the patch in half if you feel this to be necessary (which it may be if you are below 100 lbs like my friend who did experience side effects). Please just keep half of the backing on the patch to seal the other side, then use surgical tape from your first aid kit to make sure that it doesn't flop around."

• Dta...
• August 21, 2018

For Motion Sickness "The patch is extremely effective for motion sickness. I am extremely sensitive to any kind of motion, but when using the patch properly, I felt no motion sickness whatsoever. I took several flights, trains, and bus rides without any motion sickness whatsoever. The side effects are downright scary, though. My doctor did not tell me all of the side effects or the severity of them. My side effects include extreme dry mouth (so much so that it made eating very difficult), drowsiness, and blurred vision. My vision was so bad I could not see anything up close. I took a trip alone to Italy, and when I arrived, I could not even read a map. I still felt the effects of the drug several days after removing the patch (I used it for 4 days). I also experienced a sensitivity to light due to dilated pupils. I still gave it 5/10 since it is extremely effective for motion sickness."