cogentin
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What is cogentin?
Generic Name: benztropine
Other Brand Names:
benztropine, Benztropine Mesylate
Benztropine reduces the effects of certain chemicals in the body that may become unbalanced
as a result of disease (such as Parkinson's), drug therapy, or other causes.
Benztropine is used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, such as muscle spasms,
stiffness, sweating, drooling, and poor muscle control. Benztropine is also used to treat and prevent
these symptoms when they are caused by drugs such as chlorpromazine (Thorazine), fluphenazine
(Prolixin), perphenazine (Trilafon), and others.
Benztropine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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