Scopolamine, also known as hyoscine, [9] or Devil's Breath, [10] is a medication used to treat motion sickness [11] and postoperative nausea and vomiting. [12][1] It is also sometimes used before …

Stories circulating about “Devil's Breath” are making their way around the world. Are these sensationalized stories part of an urban legend or a factual crime scene?

Oct 28, 2024 · Find out what you need to know about devil's breath (scopolamine), including where it’s found, what it’s used to treat, and some of its common side effects.

Jul 18, 2025 · The drug known as devil’s breath has roots in ancient Colombia (Picture: Getty Images) It’s a drug with a terrifying reputation for leaving ‘zombified’ victims at the mercy of criminals.

Aug 18, 2025 · “Devil’s Breath” is a colloquial term for scopolamine, a substance with an unsettling reputation. Its alarming nickname stems from reports of it inducing a “zombie-like” state.

Jul 2, 2025 · In modern medicine, scopolamine (marketed in the UK as hyoscine hydrobromide) is prescribed to prevent motion sickness, nausea, vomiting and muscle spasms. It also reduces saliva …

Jan 13, 2025 · Scopolamine, which is more commonly known as simply “Devil’s Breath,” is a drug that has gained a sinister reputation worldwide. This is mostly due to its alleged use in criminal activities …