AHFS Class:

28:36.08 Anticholinergic Agents

Generic Name

• Benztropine Mesylate

Benztropine mesylate is available as a 1-mg/mL solution for injection in 2-mL ampuls.³⁹⁵⁵ Each mL contains benztropine mesylate 1 mg with sodium chloride in water for injection.³⁹⁵⁵

pH

From 5 to 8.³⁹⁵⁶

Trade Name(s)

Cogentin

Benztropine mesylate may be administered by intramuscular or intravenous injection.³⁹⁵⁵

Benztropine mesylate injection is a clear, colorless solution.³⁹⁵⁵ Intact ampuls should be stored at controlled room temperature.³⁹⁵⁵

Drugs in Syringe Compatibility

Y-Site Injection Compatibility (1:1 Mixture)

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