Biperiden Medication Information

Get detailed information on Biperiden, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Biperiden provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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Generic Name : Biperiden

Pronunciation : bye PEAR i den

ICD Code : Y46.7 Therapeutic Classification : Antiparkinson Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Biperiden

International :

Akineton

Why is Biperiden Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an anticholinergic agent, prescribed for Parkinson disease and involuntary muscle movement due to neuroleptic drug therapy.

When should Biperiden not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with increased eye pressure, bowel obstruction and abnormal dilation of the colon; known hypersensitivity to biperiden.

What is the dosage of Biperiden?

Parkinson's disease: Oral: The usual beginning dose is one tablet three or four times daily. The dosage should be individualized with the dose titrated upward to a maximum of 8 tablets (16 mg) per 24 hours.
Drug-induced Extra pyramidal symptoms- Oral: One tablet one to three times daily.

How should Biperiden be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Biperiden?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of prostate enlargement, allergies, urinating problem, epilepsy, heart disease, depression, kidney or liver disease, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

What are the side effects of Biperiden?

Most Common- Drowsiness, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, blurred vision, agitation, postural hypotension, stomach upset, vision changes, sleeplessness, trembling of the hands and dry mouth.
Gastrointestinal - Gastric irritation, nausea, vomiting and increased salivation.
Central Nervous System - Disorientation, confusion and disturbed behavior.
Genitourinary - Urinary retention.
Heart - Decreased heart rate.

What are the other precautions for Biperiden?

Heatstroke may occur, avoid strong sunlight.

What are the storage conditions for Biperiden?

Store it at room temperature (25°C), and in an airtight container.

Schedule : H
Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.