Benztropine (Cogentin) Flashcards
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Description
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Muscarinic (Some M1 specificity) and histamine receptor blocker
2
Q
Actions
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Centrally acting anticholinergic / antihistamine agent
3
Q
Indications
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Parkinsonism, dystonia, extrapyramidal symptoms
4
Q
Toxicity
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Similar to atropine (dry as a bone, hot as a hare, mad as a hatter, red as a beet, blind as a bat, etc.)
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Other Facts
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IM IV
