Trihexyphenidyl Tablets
Developed for parkinsonism to mitigate tremors.
Strengths: 2mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Broflex
- Therapeutic class
Antimuscarinic
- Pharmacological class
Antiparkinsonian Agent
- Contraindications
narrow-angle glaucoma; prostatic hypertrophy; pyloric stenosis
- Precautions and warnings
may impair driving ability; use with care in elderly
- Minor side effects
dry mouth; blurred vision; nausea
- Moderate side effects
constipation; urinary retention; confusion
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Patient summary
Developed for parkinsonism to mitigate tremors.
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Advanz Pharma
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
6–12 hours
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
Alcohol; Dopamine antagonists
- Age restrictions
Caution in elderly patients.
Serious side effects
hallucinations — requires immediate medical attention; psychosis — requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Trihexyphenidyl is a synthetic tertiary amine compound which acts as an antimuscarinic agent. It blocks excessive cholinergic activity in the basal ganglia, restoring the balance between dopamine and acetylcholine neurotransmission.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if benefit outweighs risk. Breastfeeding: Consult a physician.
Trihexyphenidyl Tablets
Developed for parkinsonism to mitigate tremors.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Trihexyphenidyl
- Listed indication(s): Parkinsonism
Available option
- 180 tablets - 2 mg1325-2-mg-15898