Artane is a medication used for treating Parkinson's disease and other similar conditions. This eMedTV resource discusses other Artane uses, explains how the drug works, and lists some of the side effects that may occur with treatment.
Common Artane side effects may include blurred vision, mild nausea, and dizziness. As this eMedTV page explains, up to 30 to 50 percent of people taking Artane experience side effects. Other possible side effects are also listed in this article.
Artane is used for treating parkinsonism and extrapyramidal disorders caused by antipsychotic medications. This eMedTV segment covers these Artane uses in more detail, explains how the drug works, and discusses Artane use in children.
The recommended starting Artane dosage for treating Parkinson's disease is 1 mg once daily. This eMedTV article also provides Artane dosing guidelines for the treatment of extrapyramidal symptoms and offers information on how to take the drug.
Pramlintide, acetylcholinesterase inhibitors, and anticholinergics may cause Artane drug interactions. This eMedTV page lists some products from these drug classes and describes the negative interactions that may occur if they are taken with Artane.
Before taking Artane, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney disease. This eMedTV page lists other conditions you should tell your doctor about before starting Artane. Warnings and precautions on who should not take Artane are also included.
An Artane (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride) overdose may cause fever, dilated pupils, and seizures. This eMedTV Web page lists other possible symptoms of an Artane overdose and explains what steps a doctor may take to treat the overdose.
Not much is known about the safety of using Artane (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride) during pregnancy. This eMedTV article offers more information on Artane and pregnancy, and explains when Artane may be prescribed to a pregnant woman.
It is not known whether Artane (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride) is safe for breastfeeding women. This eMedTV segment provides more information on Artane and breastfeeding, and explains why most doctors do not recommend Artane to breastfeeding women.
Artane (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride) is only available in generic form. This eMedTV page describes the various strengths and forms available for generic Artane and lists some of the drug companies that currently manufacture these generic products.
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