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Generic: Procyclidine Hydrochloride

Form: Injection 10mg/2ml

Indication

Parkinsonism, Drug-induced extrapyramidal syndrome

Adult Dose

Oral Parkinsonism and drug-induced extrapyramidal syndrome Adult: As hydrochloride: Initially, 2.5 mg tid, increased gradually by 2.5-5 mg every 2-3 days if required. Maintenance: 10-30 mg/day in 3-4 divided doses. Up to 60 mg daily may be required in some cases. Parenteral Parkinsonism and drug-induced extrapyramidal syndrome Adult: Emergency cases: IV admin: 5-10 mg, higher doses may be needed; IM admin: 5-10 mg as a single dose, may repeat after 20 minutes if needed, to a max of 20 mg daily. Elderly: Lower doses are required.

Child Dose

Oral Dystonia in children Child: 7-12 yr: 1.25 mg tid; 12-18 yr: 2.5 mg tid. For emergency cases, a single dose may be given via IM or IV inj: <2 yr: 0.5-2 mg; 2-10 yr: 2-5 mg and 10-18 yr: 5-10 mg.

Contraindication

Urinary outflow obstruction, prostatic hyperthrophy, narrow-angle glaucoma, paralytic ileus and pyloric stenosis.

Mode of Action

Procyclidine is a tertiary amine antimuscarinic which acts by blocking excess acetylcholine at cerebral synapses. It also exhibits direct antispasmodic effect on smooth muscle.

Precaution

Patient w/ mental disorders, CV disease (e.g. tachycardia, cardiac arrhythmias, hypertention, hypotension). Hepatic and renal impairment. Avoid abrupt withdrawal. Elderly. Pregnancy and lactation. Patient Counselling This drug may cause blurred vision, dizziness, confusion or disorientation, if affected, do not drive or operate machinery. Monitoring Parameters Monitor symptoms of extrapyramydal syndrome or Parkinson's disease, pulse, anticholinergic effects (e.g. CNS, bowel and bladder function).

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. __NAME__ is to be taken with food.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is a muscle relaxing medication. It works by decreasing the activity of excess acetylcholine in the brain. This improves muscle control and reduces stiffness. It helps patients with Parkinson's disease by improving muscle control and reducing stiffness so that they can move more naturally. It is also used to treat movement disorder (restlessness, involuntary movements or muscle spasm ) which can be caused by certain drugs.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

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