- Scopolamine Hydrobromide: Action – Blocks muscarinic receptors, reducing secretions, spasms, and vestibular stimulation.
- Scopolamine Hydrobromide: Uses – Anticholinergic drug for motion sickness, nausea, and pre-anesthetic medication.
Formula:
- C₁₇H₂₁NO₄·HBr·3H₂O
Mechanism of Scopolamine Hydrobromide:
- Muscarinic antagonist, stronger CNS penetration than atropine
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Uses of Scopolamine Hydrobromide:
- Motion sickness (transdermal)
- Postoperative nausea
- Sedation in palliative care
Side Effects:
- Drowsiness
- Amnesia
- Dry mouth
- Delirium (high doses)
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