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Scopolamine (Noun)

Meaning

An alkaloid with anticholinergic effects that is used as a sedative and to treat nausea and to dilate the pupils in ophthalmic procedures; "transdermal scopolamine is used to treat motion sickness"; "someone sedated with scopolamine has difficulty lying".

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The victim reported being sedated with scopolamine and manipulated into withdrawing money from her account.
  • A transdermal patch containing scopolamine can be applied behind the ear to relieve the symptoms of motion sickness.
  • During the ophthalmic surgery, the surgeon applied scopolamine to the eye to dilate the pupils for a clear view of the retina.
  • Scopolamine patches must be used with caution, as they can cause side effects such as dizziness and blurred vision in some individuals.
  • In many cases, people sedated with scopolamine often have inconsistent testimonies due to their diminished capacity for truthful recall.

Synonyms

  • Hyoscine
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