What is Scopolamine?
Scopolamine (also known as hyoscine) is an anticholinergic medication that blocks acetylcholine. Our transdermal cream formulation delivers 0.25 mg per 0.1 mL and is supplied in convenient 1 mL syringes.
Prescriber-led preparation
Compounding is used when the prescription needs something different from a ready-made product.
Scopolamine transdermal cream is a compounded anticholinergic medication applied behind the ear to treat nausea, vomiting, and excessive secretions.
Common preparation forms
Topical cream (1 mL syringes)
What to know
Information to review with your prescriber or care team
These notes are educational and do not replace directions from your prescriber or the label on your prescription.
What is it Used For?
- Motion sickness prevention and treatment
- Nausea and vomiting
- Excessive chest secretions/congestion (particularly in palliative care)
- Certain stomach and intestinal conditions
How to Use
For external use only:
- Choose a clean, dry, hairless area behind the ear (free of cuts or irritation)
- Wear a glove when applying
- Squeeze the prescribed amount from the syringe (usually 0.1–0.2 mL)
- Massage the cream into the skin
- Wash hands thoroughly — do NOT touch your eyes until hands are washed
The cream may also be applied to the inner wrist.
Side Effects
Common (usually minor):
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Mild nausea
Report to your prescriber:
- Agitation, confusion, or hallucinations
- Blurred vision
- Dizziness or drowsiness
- Skin rash or itching
- Difficulty urinating
Questions about this preparation?
We can explain prescription details, storage, packaging, refill planning, and what to ask before the prescription is changed.
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Keep compound refills easier to follow
- Request refills for ongoing prescriptions
- Follow pickup or delivery updates
- Keep pharmacy messages in one place
- Set reminders before refills run low
The cream allows for more flexible dosing than a patch, which delivers a fixed dose. The cream can be applied in precise amounts using the syringe applicator.
This website does not provide medical advice. The information is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or qualified health care provider.
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