Procyclidine
Description
Procyclidine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease such as trembling, shakiness, stiff muscles or limbs, unusual head and body movements, etc. It is also used to treat side effects such as trembling, unusual body movements, Parkinson-like symptoms, etc. caused by other medicines.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Procyclidine
- Dry mouth
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Anxiety
- Urinary retention
- Sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
Uses of Procyclidine
What is it prescribed for?
- Parkinson's disease
- Drug-induced Extrapyramidal Symptoms
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4 to 8 hours.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to procyclidine or any other inactive ingredient present along with it.
Narrow angle glaucoma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of narrow-angle glaucoma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Driving or Operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Glaucoma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of narrow-angle glaucoma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Urinary Retention
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of prostate hypertrophy due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Tardive Dyskinesia
This medicine may cause involuntary movements of the tongue, lips, and face in some patients. Inform the doctor immediately if you have any of these symptoms. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver problems due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of liver function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Kidney impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of kidney problems due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Use in Elderly
This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly patients due to the increased risk of severe side effects. Appropriate dose adjustments, frequent clinical monitoring, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Loxapine
Aripiprazole
Topiramate
Diphenhydramine
Zonisamide
Hyoscyamine
Disease interactions
Tardive Dyskinesia
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from tardive dyskinesia since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate patient/caregiver education, close monitoring of the patient's condition, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Cardiovascular disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of cardiovascular diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of cardiac function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Hypertension
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of hypertension (high blood pressure) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of blood pressure levels, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine as instructed by your doctor. You are advised to take this medicine after meals. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
It works by balancing the levels of certain natural substances in the brain to help relieve the symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Anticholinergic antiparkinson agents
Schedule
Schedule H
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