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Antiparkinsonian Drugs Flashcards

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Antiparkinsonian Drugs (2)

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• trihexiphenidyl HCL
(Artane)
• benztropine mesylate
(Cogentin)

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Antiparkinsonian Drugs - indications

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• Acts on the extrapyramidal
system to reduce disturbing
symptoms

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Antiparkinsonian Drugs - ADRs

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  • Anticholinergic effects
  • Drowsiness
  • Headaches
  • Urinary hesitancy
  • Memory impairment
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Antiparkinsonian Drugs - Nursing implications

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• Usually given in conjunction

with antipsychotic drugs

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