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Indication
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Adult Dose
Clinical InformationAdministration Information
Indication: Parkinsonism and drug-induced extrapyramidal syndrome
Age: Adult
Dose: Oral as hydrochloride – Initially, 2.5 mg
Frequency: three times daily
Note: increased gradually by 2.5-5 mg every 2-3 days if required
Indication: Parkinsonism and drug-induced extrapyramidal syndrome
Age: Adult
Dose: Oral as hydrochloride – 10-30 mg/day
Frequency: in 3-4 divided doses
Note: Maintenance dose. Up to 60 mg daily may be required in some cases.

Child Dose
Clinical InformationAdministration Information
Indication: Dystonia
Age: 7-12 years
Dose: Oral – 1.25 mg
Frequency: three times daily
Indication: Dystonia
Age: 12-18 years
Dose: Oral – 2.5 mg
Frequency: three times daily
Administration
  • Take with water
  • Space doses evenly throughout day
Side Effect

Drug Interaction
Drug NameRisk Factors
Paroxetine
Increased plasma concentrations
MAOIs (Phenelzine, Tranylcypromine, Selegiline, Moclobemide), Other anticholinergic drugs
Enhanced anticholinergic action

Disease Interaction
Disease NameRisk Factors
Urinary Outflow Obstruction
Can cause complete urinary retention
Prostatic Hypertrophy
Worsens urinary symptoms

Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Protect from light and moisture, store below 25°C. Keep out of the reach of children.

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