The recommended initial dose is 2 mg/day by orally, increase from day 2 if necessary to a maximum of 16 mg/day
Trihexyphenidyl is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (a type of nerve disease that causes movement disorder characterized by slowness of movements, muscle stiffness, uncontrolled shaking and poor balance and co-ordination) and drug-induced extra pyramidal symptoms (movement disorders similar to symptoms of Parkinson’s disease) except tardive dyskinesia (involuntary movement of face and jaw). It is often given along with levodopa (anti-Parkinson drug)
Trihexyphenidyl is an anticholinergic agent, which works by blocking the action of a chemical called acetylcholine on the nerves which results in relaxing of smooth muscles; thereby, reducing the rigidity of muscle spasm (sudden involuntary contraction of a muscle or group of muscles), tremor (uncontrolled shaking) and excessive salivation associated with Parkinson’s disease
Adult- PO- Initial: The recommended dose is 1 mg/day in 3-4 divided doses, increased gradually up to 6-10 mg/day according to response
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