Latin, Scopolaminae Hydrobromidum (Gen., Scopolaminae Hy-Drobromidi)

Eng., Scopolamine Hydrobromide. Synonym, Hyos-cine Hydrobromide.

Form

Colorless crystals.

Odor

Odorless.

Solubility

In 1.5 parts of water or 20 parts of alcohol.

Average Dose

1/200 grain (0.0003 Gm.).

Therapeutic Action

Mydriatic, anodyne, hypnotic, antispasmodic, delirifacient.

Uses

Sometimes used for dilating the pupil; also for such conditions as alcoholic psychosis, dementia, etc.

Administration

Used by the physician, but is not often a prescription ingredient. It is a dangerous drug even when used with every caution.