Parkin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Parkinson's Disease are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Parkin. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Parkin include Dry Mouth, Nausea or vomiting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Parkin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Parkin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Parkin is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Parkin related warnings talks about Parkin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Parkin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like High Blood Pressure as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Parkin contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Parkin with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Parkin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Parkin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Parkin is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Parkin safe for pregnant women?
Parkin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Parkin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Parkin safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Parkin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Parkin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Parkin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Parkin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Parkin on the Liver?
Parkin has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Parkin on the Heart?
Using Parkin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Parkin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Parkin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Parkin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Parkin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Parkin. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Parkin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Parkin is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Parkin
Taking Parkin with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Parkin
Taking alcohol with Parkin can be dangerous.
Yes, you can take ibuprofen and Parkin together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ibuprofen then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Parkin is not a benzo (benzodiazepine). It belongs to the class of drugs known as the anticholinergics which is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease and drug-induced abnormal movements.
No, Parkin does not treat anxiety. It is not approved for the treatment of anxiety.
Parkin is a brand name of trihexyphenidyl and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drug known as anticholinergics. It is a prescription drug which is used to treat symptoms of the Parkinson's disease. It is also used to treat drug-induced abnormal body movements, restlessness, and muscle spasms.
Yes, Parkin is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug at regular such as stomach upset, dizziness, and rash. However, if you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 433
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Trihexyphenidyl Hydrochloride (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Artane (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride)