Divers in Malaysia: do you have Scopolamine patch?

[neve]

Hi,

I'm in dire need of Scopolamine patches (Transderm-Scop) for motion sickness. The item has been discontinued here in Singapore, so I'm looking to get some in Malaysia if it's available. Does anybody have any idea if Scopolamine patches are available in Malaysia?

Thanks!!

 

[narkosis]

Hi neve,

A few years back, yup. But now, it's hard to say, since I don't use them, but I could find out for you, and let you know the pricing as well.

Roger

 

[neve]

Yes, please. I'd really appreciate it if you can find out for me before Friday, Roger. I'll be in KL from 11-13 so any info on pharmacies/prices will be very helpful. Thank you!

 

[narkosis]

Neve,

Is it specifically scopolamine you need, or would alternatives be acceptable?

Roger

 

[neve]

Hi again

I specifically need the patch (that I can put behind my ear), btu any equivalent brand would do.

Thanks!

 

[narkosis]

OK Neve,

I'll check it out tomorrow and give you a reply in the night.

 

[Edge]

Clear your mind and watch the horizon... watch the horizon...

If that doesn't work.. maybe overloading your senses by going on ride after ride at the amusement park will help.

But seriously, have you tried those bands that target the acupressure points?

 

[neve]

Thanks Roger! I really appreciate it

Edge: I have tried everything but the patch. You should see my first aid kit bag, it's overflowing with motion sickness medication/cures/whatever. I've got the pressure bands, Dramamine, Bonine, ginger pills, even the awful Chinese preserved plums (yeeeuuuccchhh!!;-0 ). I'm doomed!

 

[Edge]

Tried going to the source of the problem instead of treating the symptoms? There might be something that a ENT specialist can do to help you.

 

[neve]

Yes have seen an ENT as well. He checked out my sinuses and ears. The result: everything looks normal. He is not a dive doctor but he thinks this condition is common among divers (he has seen 3 divers who have the same problem). Different people have different balancing mechanism and ability to equalise. So sometimes I get sick underwater too, when I descend/ascend too fast. Another member of this board who is a doctor, Larry Stein, said that most probably my ears can't equalise at the same time, hence my inner balancing mechanism gets screwy.

The ENT specialist also suggested I try the Scopolamine patch, but have to get it overseas....