Author: JJA
COMMON USES:
Used in children with dystonia (A movement disorder with fluctuating increases in tone, unusual postures or positioning and/or tremors) to improve muscle control and decreases stiffness and tremors.
Used to treat Parkinson?s disease in adults.
HOW IT'S SUPPLIED:
0.5-, 1-, or 2- milligram tablets
HOW IT WORKS:
This drug is thought to decrease the effects of acetylcholine, a chemical in brain cells that triggers muscle contractions.
THINGS TO DISCUSS WITH YOUR DOCTOR:
* Common side effects include dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, sensitivity to light, nausea/vomiting, drowsiness and decreased sweating.
* May also cause rapid heat rate, dilated pupils, difficulty urinating, confusion, nervousness, depression, muscle cramps, eye pain, and/or numbness of the fingers.
* Not to be used in children under 3 years of age.
* Should not be used in children with glaucoma.
* Tablets contain lactose.
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