New agent for parkinsonism
Akineton® brand of biperiden
DRUG-INDUCED EXTRAPYRAMIDAL DISORDERS
parkinsonism -- dyskinesia -- akathisia
Action -- By controlling drug-induced extrapyramidal disturbances, Akineton makes it possible to continue tranquilizer therapy of psychotic or other conditions requiring relatively large continuous doses of phenothiazines or reserpine.
Side effects -- Minimum (mainly dry mouth or blurred vision).
Dosage -- Individual adjustment of dosage is necessary in all instances. Average daily dose: 2 mg. (1 tablet) one to three times daily.
Available -- Supplied as hydrochloride salt, 2 mg. bisected tablets, bottles of 100 and 1000.
Complete information furnished upon request.
Knoll Pharmaceutical Company Orange, New Jersey