Pacitane, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Parkinson's Disease.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pacitane. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Pacitane are Dry Mouth, Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Pacitane have been listed ahead. These side effects of Pacitane are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Pacitane has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Pacitane's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pacitane related warnings section.
Pacitane is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like High BP (High Blood Pressure) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Pacitane have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Pacitane have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pacitane is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Pacitane 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 Pacitane is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Pacitane safe for pregnant women?
Pacitane may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Pacitane, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Pacitane safe during breastfeeding?
Pacitane may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pacitane on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Pacitane on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Pacitane on the Liver?
Pacitane is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Pacitane on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Pacitane for the heart.
Pacitane 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 Pacitane unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pacitane habit forming or addictive?
Pacitane does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pacitane, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pacitane can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Pacitane should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Pacitane can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pacitane
Taking Pacitane with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pacitane
Consuming Pacitane with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Pacitane contains trihexyphenidyl which is an anticholinergic drug that works through correcting the chemical imbalance in the brain by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (neurotransmitter acetylcholine). Blockage of acetylcholine actions results in relaxation of smooth muscles which helps in improving the muscle control and reducing stiffness. In this way, Pacitane provides relief to the patient from the symptoms of parkinsonism.
No, Pacitane 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.
Yes, you can take baclofen and Pacitane together only on your doctor's advice because taking these two drugs at the same time might increase the side effects such as dizziness, confusion, and difficulty in concentrating.
No, Pacitane does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason.
Yes, you can take paracetamol (acetaminophen) with Pacitane. Paracetamol does not interfere with the efficacy of Pacitane. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking these two drugs then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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