npf1
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FYI - If anyone uses these, they are currently on a 3 for 2 offer at Boots
Scopoderm Seasickness Patches
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ShipsWoofy
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Do they work?
SWMBO uses the tablets at the beginning of the season I will give her a call as she works opposite Boots to get her to pick some up.
Do you recommend them?
SWMBO uses the tablets at the beginning of the season I will give her a call as she works opposite Boots to get her to pick some up.
Do you recommend them?
snowleopard
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They do work but have side effects on balance & co-ordination so need to be used with care.
duncan
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like alchol??? /forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif
TigaWave
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They do work, I've tried all the other drugs in tablet form, and the patches really stop you being ill.
The side effects can be unpleasant (dry mouth, eyes sensitive to bright sunshine) but you can cut the patches in half and they are still effective with a smaller dose.
Once you take them off the side effects go quite quickly so its not like having the drugs sat in your system still working when you arrive.
I'll be off to boots....thanks for the advise.
The side effects can be unpleasant (dry mouth, eyes sensitive to bright sunshine) but you can cut the patches in half and they are still effective with a smaller dose.
Once you take them off the side effects go quite quickly so its not like having the drugs sat in your system still working when you arrive.
I'll be off to boots....thanks for the advise.
npf1
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a friend of mine has used them for years and never mentioned any adverse affects. I've just bought a few to have in the first aid kit for the transAtlatic crossing.
snowleopard
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On STS Lord Nelson they have a rule that you're not allowed to go aloft wearing a patch.
I believe hallucinations come into it somewhere.
Very similar to alcohol really except that alcohol has the opposite effect on the sickness bit /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif
I believe hallucinations come into it somewhere.
Very similar to alcohol really except that alcohol has the opposite effect on the sickness bit /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif
pugwash
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Yes, they are banned in the US Coast Guard for the same reason and also they can be addictive. But I have used them for years and had only one or two incidents of double vision, mostly when focusing on something very close like a chart. I had just spent ten weeks on a ship in the Southern Ocean and had no problems though I am usually very sick. Most of the passengers also used them. The ship was a small icebreaker so it rolled and pitched like billy-o. My doctor told me you need a prescription to get them here, as in most countries, so I'm surprised at the Boots offer. Though my patches are scolopomine, a dangerous drug, which may be different from Scopoderm. They should be answer to your prayers and each one lasts three days.
Rigger
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Scopoderm contains hyoscine is the same drug as found in Kwells tablets. It blocks certain nerve receptors and must not be used if you have a certain type of glaucoma.Side effects are mainly dry mouth,occ drowsiness, constipation,blurred vision,and dizziness. It can also cause difficulty in passing urine especially in those with a susceptibility (prostate probs etc) Probably best to have a dry run before trying at sea. Having said that,I peronally find them the only thing that works for me,and have never suffered significant side effects. They are available without a prescription from a pharmacy. It would be wise to check they do not interact with any other medication you may be taking.
Porthandbuoy
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They are also the best hangover cure I've ever come across.
