Scopoderm (Scopolamine)

Scopoderm (hyoscine, also called scopolamine) is a small patch worn behind the ear to prevent travel sickness: nausea, vomiting and dizziness on sea, air or road journeys. In the UK it can be used by adults and children aged 10 and over. Put it on about 5–6 hours before travelling, or the evening before. One patch works for up to 3 days; on a longer trip, replace it with a new patch behind the other ear. In the US, the similar Transderm Scop patch is also approved for nausea after surgery.

Hyoscine blocks muscarinic acetylcholine receptors in the inner-ear balance system and in the part of the brain that triggers vomiting. This reduces the mixed signals that cause travel sickness.

• Do not use if you have glaucoma or a history of glaucoma, or are allergic to hyoscine.
• Drowsiness, dry mouth and blurred vision are common. Do not drive or use machines if affected; side effects can last up to 24 hours after the patch is removed.
• Wash your hands after touching the patch, and wash the skin after removing it. Getting the drug in the eye can enlarge the pupil and blur vision.
• Do not cut the patch. Remove it before an MRI scan, because one layer contains aluminium. Older people are more likely to feel confused.

Can Scopoderm be imported to India?

Yes. Travellers, ship crews and frequent flyers who have been prescribed Scopoderm can have it imported in their own name under the named-patient route.

How many patches should I order?

A UK carton contains 2 patches, each sealed in its own foil pouch. One patch covers up to 3 days of travel, so count one patch per 3 days of journey, plus one spare in case a patch falls off.

What documents do we need?

• A prescription from your doctor stating the number of patches
• A short note on why it is needed, for example a planned sea voyage
• Government-issued photo ID of the patient

We confirm the order only after the prescription has been checked.

How should the patches be stored?

Below 25 °C, in the sealed pouch until use. Used patches still contain medicine, so fold the sticky sides together before throwing them away, and keep new and used patches away from children.

Scopoderm is usually needed before a fixed travel date, so tell us the date when you enquire. We source it through authorised UK and European distributors and import it in your name.

For Scopoderm price and delivery time in India, call +91-9310090915 or email info@indianpharmanetwork.in.

Global Approval Status:

• United Kingdom: Authorised as Scopoderm 1.5 mg Patch (Baxter Healthcare Ltd).
• France and the Netherlands: Authorised as Scopoderm TTS / Scopoderm 1 mg/72 hours (Baxter).
• United States: The equivalent hyoscine patch is FDA-approved as Transderm Scop (Baxter).

Sources:

• Scopoderm 1.5 mg Patch – UK patient leaflet (Baxter Healthcare Ltd, eMC)
• Scopoderm 1 mg/72 hours – Dutch SmPC (CBG-MEB)
• Transderm Scop US label on DailyMed (Baxter)

Information last checked: October 2026.

What is Scopoderm (Scopolamine) prescribed for?

Scopoderm is an anticholinergic transdermal patch indicated for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness.

Who markets Scopoderm?

Scopoderm comes from Baxter Healthcare (also the maker of Transderm Scop in the US).

Where should the Scopoderm patch be applied?

On clean, dry, hairless and unbroken skin behind the ear. Wear only one patch at a time.

How does Scopoderm help?

Hyoscine blocks muscarinic acetylcholine receptors in the inner-ear balance system and in the part of the brain that triggers vomiting.

Can a Scopoderm patch be cut in half for a child?

No. The UK leaflet says the patch must not be cut. Children aged 10 and over use the same single patch as adults, and it is not recommended under 10.

Has Scopoderm been approved by the FDA?

Scopoderm itself is not an FDA-approved brand. The equivalent Baxter patch, Transderm Scop, is FDA-approved in the US.