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Transderm Scop (scopolamine patch)
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Transderm Scop® (scopolamine patch)

Worn behind the ear, the Transderm Scop patch offers ongoing nausea prevention without a pill schedule to keep up with. After you book, your clinician reviews your history so your visit is about finding the right fit for you, whether that's Transderm Scop or another option.

One patch provides up to 72 hours of coverage — no repeat dosing

Applied behind the ear — discreet and easy to use

Useful for both extended travel and post-surgical nausea prevention

Visit options

Costs shown are for the visit only. You'll pay for medication at your preferred pharmacy.

Video Visit

$25

Est. or $100 w/o insurance

Chat Visit

$30

w/o insurance

Most insurance accepted

Board-certified clinicians

No hidden fees

Available nationwide

What is Transderm Scop?

Transderm Scop is a prescription patch worn behind the ear to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness or recovery from anesthesia and surgery. It delivers scopolamine—an anticholinergic medication—continuously through the skin over 72 hours, providing sustained nausea prevention without the need to take repeated pills. It works by blocking the nerve signals from the inner ear that trigger the brain's vomiting reflex when the body perceives motion. It should be applied several hours before travel or a procedure for best effect.

Anticholinergic nerve blockade

Scopolamine blocks muscarinic receptors in the vestibular system and the brain's vomiting center, preventing the motion-related signals from the inner ear that initiate nausea and vomiting.

72-hour continuous delivery

The transdermal patch delivers a steady, low-level dose through the skin for up to 3 days—providing sustained protection throughout extended travel without requiring repeated dosing.

Pre-procedural use

Applied before surgery, it helps prevent the postoperative nausea and vomiting that commonly follows general anesthesia, improving recovery comfort without adding oral medications to a presurgical regimen.

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Ongoing support, always available.

You’ll be supported by experienced clinicians who care for a wide range of health needs, from everyday concerns to more complex conditions.

Our clinicians track your progress over time and adjust your care as needed. If medication is prescribed, we’ll manage dosing and monitor for side effects. If lab testing is recommended, we review results and refine your plan accordingly. You’re never left to navigate care on your own.

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Frequently asked questions

How far in advance should I apply the patch?

Apply the patch at least 4 hours before travel or surgery — ideally the evening before. The medication needs time to absorb through the skin before reaching effective levels in the bloodstream. Applying it too close to when it's needed may mean it hasn't reached full effect yet.

How long does one patch last?

Each Transderm Scop patch provides up to 72 hours of continuous nausea prevention. For longer trips, it can be replaced with a new patch after 3 days. Only one patch should be worn at a time. Your clinician can advise on timing if your trip or procedure runs longer than 3 days.

Why does my vision seem blurry after applying the patch?

Blurred vision and pupil dilation can occur if scopolamine from the patch contacts your eye, which commonly happens if you touch the patch and then touch your eye. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. This is a common, avoidable mistake — always wash your hands thoroughly right after applying a new patch.

Can I use the patch if I have glaucoma?

Transderm Scop shouldn't be used if you have angle-closure glaucoma. If you have any type of glaucoma, inform your clinician before using this medication — alternative nausea treatments may be more appropriate. Your clinician can suggest an alternative that doesn't carry this same risk for your eyes.

What side effects might I experience?

Dry mouth is the most common side effect. Drowsiness, blurred vision, dizziness, and confusion — particularly in older adults — can also occur. Confusion and disorientation are signs to remove the patch and contact your clinician. Removing the patch promptly and contacting your clinician is the right move if this happens.