| Other Name(s): | WHY is this medicine prescribed? | HOW should
this medicine be used? | What should I do IF I FORGET to take a
dose? | What SIDE EFFECTS can this medicine cause? | What should
I know about STORAGE and DISPOSAL of this medication? | What
should I do in case of OVERDOSE? | What OTHER INFORMATION should
I know? WHY is this medicine prescribed? Scopolamine is used to
prevent nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness. This
medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your
doctor or pharmacist for more information. HOW should this
medicine be used? Scopolamine comes as a patch to be placed on
the skin behind your ear. Apply one patch to a clean, dry,
hairless area behind the ear. The patch should be applied at
least 4 hours before its effects will be needed. Each patch is
good for 3 days. Follow the directions on your prescription
label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain
any part you do not understand. Use the scopolamine patch
exactly as directed. To apply the p