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Scopolamine (Transdermal Route)
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Description
Scopolamine transdermal is used to prevent nausea and vomiting after anesthesia and surgery. It is also used to prevent the nausea and vomiting of motion sickness.
Scopolamine belongs to the group of medicines called anticholinergics. It works on the central nervous system (CNS) to create a calming effect on the muscles in the stomach and intestines (gut).
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
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