You have used scopolamine before, so for you it is not an issue, but first time 
users are well advised to try it out ahead of time if possible. Some people 
find it makes them really dopey. I like to keep some patches on board though, 
for those people who insist that they won't get seasick. 

The reason why you might want to take Dramamine or Gravol for a day or two in 
advance is that the active ingredient is a hypnotic (makes you sleepy) but 
tolerance to the drug's hypnotic effects builds up quickly. So after a few days 
of consistent administration at the recommended dose, it will not make you 
sleepy any more. Works for me, but I usually only start the day before, and 
apply coffee sparingly if necessary. 

Steve Thomas
C&C27 MKIII


---- Michael Crombie via CnC-List <[email protected]> wrote: 

Does anyone have an opinion or experience with Dramamine vs Scopolamine?? If 
one takes Dramamine, should it be taken for 1-2 days before heading out?

I've used Scopolamine before and it was moderately effective, but i'll be going 
on a long rough passage on the outside of of Vancouver Island next week and was 
wondering about trying Dramamine.

Thanks,

Mike 
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