Introduction

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Uses of Perkinil

Parkinson's disease

Side effects of Perkinil

Dryness in mouth
Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Lightheadedness
Dilatation of pupil
Upper abdominal pain
Urinary retention

How to use Perkinil

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. Perkinil is to be taken with food.

How Perkinil works

Perkinil is a muscle relaxing medication. It works by decreasing the activity of excess acetylcholine in the brain. This improves muscle control and reduces stiffness. It helps patients with Parkinson's disease by improving muscle control and reducing stiffness so that they can move more naturally. It is also used to treat movement disorder (restlessness, involuntary movements or muscle spasm ) which can be caused by certain drugs.

Quick Tips

Perkinil helps treat Parkinson's disease and drug-induced abnormal movements.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
It may cause dry eyes. Avoid wearing contact lenses and inform your doctor if it bothers you.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you suffer from glaucoma or if you have trouble passing urine.
Do not stop taking Perkinil without talking to your doctor first as that may cause worsening of symptoms.
Monitoring of intraocular pressure is required while taking this medicine, as an increase in eye pressure may cause blurry vision.
You may be asked for regular monitoring of hypotension, kidney, liver, and cardiac disorder while taking this medicine.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Perkinil may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Perkinil may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Breastfeeding: Perkinil should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
UNSAFE – Driving: Perkinil may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Perkinil should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Perkinil may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Perkinil should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Perkinil may be needed. Please consult your doctor.