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Generic Name

• Benztropine
  T½ = Unknown
  Pregnancy category C

Trade Name

• Cogentin
• Apo-Benztropine

Dose Range/Adult Daily Dose

• Parkinsonism: 0.5–6 mg/d
  EPS: PO/IM/IV: 1–4 mg qd or bid or 1–2 mg po 2–3 times daily; acute dystonia: IM/IV: 1–2 mg; then 1–2 mg po bid

Use/Common Side Effects (CSE)

• Use: Parkinson's, drug-induced EPS, and acute dystonia
  CSE: Blurred vision, dry mouth, dry eyes, constipation, urinary retention

Geriatric & Dose Considerations

• Use cautiously; ↑ risk of adverse reactions

Classification

• Antiparkinson agent

Assessment Cautions

• Contraindicated: Narrow-angle glaucoma and TD; Assess parkinsonian/EPS symptoms; bowel function (constipation)/urinary retention
  IM/IV: Monitor pulse/BP closely; advise slow position changes