PRODUCT DETAILS

About AP 2mg Tablet

TRIHEXYPHENIDYL belongs to a group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents used as an adjunct to treat Parkinson’s disease and extrapyramidal symptoms (drug-induced movement disorders). Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder in which the first signs are problems with movements. 

TRIHEXYPHENIDYL contains ‘trihexyphenidyl’ which works by relaxing the muscles and nerve impulses that control muscle functioning. Besides this, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL also balances chemical messenger called neurotransmitter in our brain thereby improving muscle control and reduces the stiffness, thereby helps the muscles move naturally. 

Uses of AP 2mg Tablet

Parkinson’s disease

Medicinal Benefits of AP 2mg Tablet

TRIHEXYPHENIDYL belongs to a group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents. TRIHEXYPHENIDYL is used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and extrapyramidal symptoms (drug-induced movement disorders). TRIHEXYPHENIDYL exerts a direct inhibitory effect upon the parasympathetic nervous system. It works by relaxing the muscles and nerve impulses that control muscle functioning. TRIHEXYPHENIDYL improves muscle control and reduces the stiffness, thereby helps the muscles move naturally. TRIHEXYPHENIDYL is used as an adjuvant therapy along with levodopa to treat Parkinson disease. Additionally, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL is used to control drug-induced movement disorders caused by CNS drugs such as dibenzoxazepines, thioxanthenes, phenothiazines, and butyrophenones.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet/capsule. Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.

Side Effects of AP 2mg Tablet

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Constipation
• Weakness 
• Headache
• Dry mouth
• Decreased urination
• Drowsiness
• Feeling nervous or restless

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 TRIHEXYPHENIDYL may have interaction with antipsychotic (aripiprazole, lurasidone, olanzapine, risperidone, quetiapine, trifluoperazine), MAO inhibitor (rasagiline), antihistamine (diphenhydramine), anti-cholinergic (benztropine), anti-convulsant (clonazepam, lamotrigine, pregabalin), anti-depressants (escitalopram, duloxetine) anti-anxiety (alprazolam), and mild pain killers/fever-reducing agent (acetaminophen).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking TRIHEXYPHENIDYL as it may cause increased dizziness and drowsiness.

PREGNANCY

TRIHEXYPHENIDYL belongs to pregnancy category C. Please consult your doctor before taking TRIHEXYPHENIDYL if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. 

DRIVING

TRIHEXYPHENIDYL may cause dizziness, drowsiness and blurred vision. Avoid driving and handling machinery if you experience these symptoms.

LIVER

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment.

KIDNEY

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment.