Benztropine (Cogentin) Flashcards

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Description

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Muscarinic (Some M1 specificity) and histamine receptor blocker

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Actions

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Centrally acting anticholinergic / antihistamine agent

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Indications

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Parkinsonism, dystonia, extrapyramidal symptoms

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Toxicity

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Similar to atropine (dry as a bone, hot as a hare, mad as a hatter, red as a beet, blind as a bat, etc.)

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Other Facts

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IM IV

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