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Treatment Options
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Anticholinergics for Parkinson's Disease
Anticholinergic medications effectively reduce tremor but rarely affect other symptoms of Parkinson's disease. They can be used by themselves or in conjunction with other anti-Parkinson's drugs. Common side effects such as dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, and urinary retention may occur. Older patients and those with decreased cognition are at a greater risk of developing side effects such as confusion, impaired memory and sedation. Drugs in the class
Benztropine Mesylate Oral
(
Cogentin
)
Trihexyphenidyl Tablets
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Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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