Leaflet AKINETON 2mg tablets
Indicated for: Parkinson's disease
Route of administration: oral
Substance: biperiden (antiparkinsonian agent)
ATC: N04AA02 (Nervous system | Anticholinergic agents | Tertiary amines)
This medicine may affect your ability to drive or use machines.
This medicine may cause dizziness or vertigo.
May lower blood pressure and increase the risk of falls.
This medicine may cause drowsiness or reduced alertness.
Biperiden is a medication primarily used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease and drug-induced extrapyramidal disorders. It belongs to a class of drugs called anticholinergics, which work by reducing excessive acetylcholine activity in the brain.
The medication is available in tablet or injectable form and is administered as directed by a doctor. The dosage is adjusted based on the patient's response and the severity of symptoms.
Common side effects include dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, and blurred vision. In rare cases, confusion, hallucinations, or difficulty urinating may occur, especially in elderly patients.
Biperiden is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women unless the benefits outweigh the risks. Patients should inform their doctor about all medications they are taking, as biperiden may interact with other drugs, such as antidepressants or antipsychotics.
General data about AKINETON 2mg
- Substance: biperiden
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-07-2015
- Product code: W58060005
- Concentration: 2mg
- Pharmaceutical form: tablets
- Quantity: 50
- Product type: Original
- Prescription status: P-6L - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.