What is scopolamine?

Scopolamine is an anticholinergic drug that can be used in the treatment of biliary colic, organophosphorus poisoning, microcirculatory disorders and other diseases. Scopolamine can antagonize the M-receptor action of acetylcholine, producing relief of smooth muscle spasm and counteracting the symptoms of organophosphorus poisoning; it can also relieve the spasm of micro-arteries, which also has a role in improving microcirculation. In clinical practice, this drug is mainly used for the treatment of biliary colic, gastrointestinal spasm. It can also be used in the treatment of organophosphorus poisoning. For cerebral arterial thrombosis, cerebral vasospasm, occlusive vasculitis, it also has a certain therapeutic effect. However, scopolamine should not be used in patients with elevated intracranial pressure, acute cerebral hemorrhage, glaucoma, or prostatic hypertrophy. There may also be adverse reactions such as flushing, dry mouth, blurred vision, and increased heart rate. The drug should not be used without authorization, and needs to be used under the guidance of a doctor and as prescribed to avoid delays.