Pacitane Tablet

Composition of Pacitane Tablet

Pacitane Tablet contains Trihexyphenidyl (2mg). It belongs to the Anticholinergic class of medicines.

Uses of Pacitane Tablet

Pacitane Tablet is used in Parkinson's disease and drug induced abnormal movements.

Key benefits

• Reduces tremors
• alleviates rigidity
• improves motor function
• enhances quality of life

How Pacitane Tablet works

Pacitane Tablet is an anticholinergic medication. It works by decreasing the activity of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) in the brain. This improves muscle control and reduces stiffness in Parkinson's disease. It also improves movement disorder (restlessness, involuntary movements or muscle spasm) caused by certain other medicines.

How to take Pacitane Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pacitane Tablet is to be taken with food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe confusion, abnormal movements, a very slow pulse and collapse. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Pacitane Tablet

Most side effects of Pacitane are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Dry mouth
• blurred vision
• constipation
• dizziness
• drowsiness

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Pacitane Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in patients with glaucoma, urinary retention, or gastrointestinal obstruction. Not recommended for use in children.

Do not take Pacitane if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will assess suitability if you have heart, eye or psychiatric conditions.

Interactions with other medicines

May interact with other anticholinergic drugs, antihistamines, and medications that cause sedation.

How to store Pacitane Tablet

Store at room temperature, away from light and moisture.

Expert advice for Pacitane Tablet

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li>Pacitane Tablet helps treat parkinson's disease and drug induced abnormal movements.</li> <li>Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.</li> <li>It may cause dry eyes. Avoid wearing contact lenses and inform your doctor if it bothers you.</li> <li><div>It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.</div></li> <li><div>Inform your doctor if you suffer from  glaucoma or if you have trouble passing urine.</div></li> <li><div>Do not stop taking Pacitane Tablet without talking  to your doctor first as that may cause worsening of symptoms.</div></li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

Antiparkinsonian

Drug class:

Anticholinergic