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Hyoscine for travel sickness Joy Rides, Kwells, Scopoderm

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Hyoscine for travel sickness

Joy rides, kwells, scopoderm, in this article, about hyoscine, before taking hyoscine, how to use hyoscine, getting the most from your treatment, can hyoscine cause problems, how to store hyoscine, important information about all medicines.

Hyoscine is an effective medicine for travel sickness . It works by preventing the confusing messages going to your brain.

There are a number of different brands of tablet available which contain hyoscine as a salt, called hyoscine hydrobromide. You can buy these without a prescription at pharmacies. There are two strengths of tablets available: 300 microgram tablets for adults, and 150 microgram tablets for children. The dose for younger children will require halving a tablet.

There is also a product called Scopoderm® 1.5 mg patch. This is a patch for people aged 10 years or over. You stick the patch on to the skin behind your ear 5-6 hours before your journey, and then remove it at the end of the journey. The patch releases hyoscine through your skin and into your bloodstream.

One of the other effects of hyoscine is that it causes a dry mouth. It is sometimes prescribed by doctors for this reason, rather than to prevent travel sickness.

There is also a similar-sounding medicine called hyoscine butylbromide. This is an antispasmodic medicine which is used to relieve pain caused by tummy (abdominal) cramps. There is more information about this in a separate medicine leaflet called Hyoscine butylbromide tablets .

To make sure this is the right treatment for you, before you (or your child) start taking hyoscine, it is important that your doctor or pharmacist knows:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you are unwell and have a high temperature (fever).
• If you have digestive system problems such as reflux disease, diarrhoea, or ulcerative colitis.
• If you have an eye condition called glaucoma.
• If you have high blood pressure, a fast heart rate, or any other heart problems.
• If you have problems with your liver, kidneys or prostate gland.
• If you have epilepsy.
• If you have a condition causing muscle weakness, called myasthenia gravis.
• If you have Down's syndrome.
• If you are taking any other medicines. This includes any medicines you are taking which are available to buy without a prescription, as well as herbal and complementary medicines.
• If you have ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.
• Before you start this treatment, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from inside the pack. It will give you more information about hyoscine, including a full list of the side-effects which you may experience from taking it.
• For adults and children over 10 years of age: 150-300 micrograms.
• For those aged 4-10 years: 75-150 micrograms.
• For those aged 3-4 years: 75 micrograms.
• You should take a dose of tablets 30-60 minutes before the start of the journey, and then repeat the dose after six hours if needed. There is a maximum number of tablets that can be taken in any 24-hour period, so remember to check the directions on the label carefully to make sure that you (or your child) do not take more than the recommended daily amount.
• Read the label on the pack carefully to see whether the tablets should be sucked or chewed, or simply swallowed with a drink of water.
• If you have been prescribed Scopoderm® 1.5 mg patches:
• Stick one patch to the skin just behind your ear 5-6 hours before the start of your journey and remember to remove it after your arrival.
• The effect of the patch can last up to 72 hours, so it is suitable for people taking long journeys.
• Once removed, fold the patch in half so it sticks together and dispose of it carefully.
• Remember to wash your hands after handling the patches, and also it is important to clean behind your ear after you have removed the patch. This is to make sure you remove any remaining traces of hyoscine from your skin.
• Do not apply more than one patch at a time and do not cut the patches unless your doctor or a pharmacist tells you to.
• Hyoscine can make you sleepy, and if you are using the patches, you may still feel sleepy the following day. If this happens, do not drive and do not use tools or machines until you feel well again. Also, avoid drinking alcohol, as this will increase the feelings of sleepiness.
• When you buy any medicines, you should always check with a pharmacist that they are safe to take alongside your other medicines. This is particularly important with hyoscine because it can increase the side-effects from some other treatments.
• Looking out of a window or sitting with your head tilted slightly backwards.
• Taking regular breaks in your journey to have some fresh air and drink some cold water.
• Breathing deeply and slowly while you listen to music.

Along with their useful effects, most medicines can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them. The table below contains some of the most common ones associated with hyoscine. You will find a full list in the manufacturer's information leaflet supplied with your medicine. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following continue or become troublesome.

Important: on rare occasions more serious side-effects can occur when using hyoscine hydrobromide patches (Scopoderm ® patches). This is more likely if using the patches in a way the manufacturer did not intend, for example cutting patches or using more than one patch. People using hyoscine patches, or their carers, should be alert for signs that the dose is too high. These can include: a high temperature (fever), difficulty passing urine, confusion, disorientation, seeing or hearing things that are not there (hallucinations), fits or convulsions, reduced consciousness and difficulty breathing. If you notice any of these symptoms, remove the patch(es) immediately and seek medical help.

• Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children.
• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.

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Further reading and references

Manufacturer's PIL, Joy-Rides® Tablets ; Teva UK Limited, The electronic Medicines Compendium. Dated October 2020.

Manufacturer's PIL, Kwells® Kids ; Dexcel Pharma Ltd, The electronic Medicines Compendium. Dated May 2022.

Manufacturer's PIL, Kwells® 300 microgram tablets ; Dexcel Pharma Ltd, The electronic Medicines Compendium. Dated May 2022.

Manufacturer's PIL, Scopoderm® 1.5 mg Patch ; GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, The electronic Medicines Compendium. Dated August 2021.

Medicines Complete BNF 86th Edition ; British Medical Association and Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain, London.

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Joy-Rides travel sickness tablets

• Joy-Rides travel tablets provide fast relief from motion sickness.
• The active ingredient is hyoscine hydrobromide which acts on the brain to prevent the messages of travel sickness from reaching the stomach.

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Additional information, what are joy-rides travel tablets used for.

Joy-Rides travel tablets provide fast relief from motion sickness. The active ingredient is hyoscine hydrobromide which acts on the brain to prevent the messages of travel sickness from reaching the stomach.

How do I use Joy-Rides travel sickness tablets?

For the first dose use 1-2 tablets, repeat after six hours if necessary.

Do not take more than 4 tablets in 24 hours.

Read about travel sickness on the NHS web site, see below.

minimise motion – sit in the front of a car or in the middle of a boat look straight ahead at a fixed point, such as the horizon breathe fresh air if possible – for example, by opening a car window close your eyes and breathe slowly while focusing on your breathing distract children by talking, listening to music or singing songs break up long journeys to get some fresh air, drink water or take a walk try ginger, which you can take as a tablet, biscuit or tea Motion sickness is caused by repeated movements when travelling, like going over bumps in a car or moving up and down in a boat.

The inner ear sends different signals to your brain from those your eyes are seeing. These confusing messages cause you to feel unwell.

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