SCOPOLAMINE-TRANSDERMAL (cont.)
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription medication you may use, including medications for: depression, heartbeat irregularities, Parkinson's disease. Also report any drugs which may cause drowsiness such as: antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine and others found in many cough/cold products), narcotic pain relievers, sleep medicines, anti-anxiety drugs, anti-seizure drugs, tranquilizers/psychiatric medicines. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, remove the patch. Contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include disorientation, memory disturbances, dizziness, restlessness, hallucinations, and confusion. Remove patch immediately if these symptoms occur.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.
MISSED DOSE: Skin patches offer the convenience of continuous dosing. If you should forget to replace a patch at the scheduled time, replace it as soon as you remember. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and heat. Do not store in the bathroom.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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