Kemadrin

Kemadrin is a prescription drug licensed for the treatment of Parkinson's disease, extrapyramidal symptoms caused by antipsychotic medications, and drooling caused by either Parkinson's disease or antipsychotic medications. This medication is available in tablet form and is typically taken three or four times a day. Potential side effects of Kemadrin include constipation, nausea, and confusion.

 

What Is Kemadrin?

Kemadrin® (procyclidine hydrochloride) is a prescription medication approved for treating the following conditions:
 
(Click Kemadrin Uses for more information, including possible off-label uses.)
 

Who Makes Kemadrin?

Kemadrin tablets are made by Monarch Pharmaceuticals.
 

How Does Kemadrin Work?

Kemadrin is an anticholinergic medication. It works by blocking the effects of acetylcholine, a type of neurotransmitter (a chemical in the nervous system). Normal muscle movement control requires a careful balance of acetylcholine and dopamine (another neurotransmitter). In Parkinson's disease (and with extrapyramidal disorders caused by antipsychotic medications), dopamine levels are decreased, creating an imbalance between dopamine and acetylcholine. By blocking the effects of acetylcholine, Kemadrin helps to re-establish a normal balance between dopamine and acetylcholine.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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