Pharmacokinetics of Scopolamine Intranasal Gel Formulation (Inscop) During Antiorthostatic Bedrest - Softcover

Putcha, Lakshmi

9781289048044: Pharmacokinetics of Scopolamine Intranasal Gel Formulation (Inscop) During Antiorthostatic Bedrest

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1289048045 ISBN 13: 9781289048044

Publisher: Bibliogov, 2013

Space Motion sickness (SMS) is an age old problem for space travelers on short and long duration space flight Oral antiemetics are not very effective in space due to poor bioavailability. Scopolamine (SCOP) is the most frequently used drug by recreational travelers V patch, tablets available on the market. Common side effects of antiemetics, in general, include drowsiness, sedation, dry mouth and reduced psychomotor performance. Severity and persistence of side effects are often dose related Side effects can be detrimental in high performance demanding settings, e.g. space flight, military.

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