Warnings


What may interact with Benztropine?

-haloperidol
-medicines for movement abnormalities like Parkinson''s disease
-phenothiazines like chlorpromazine, mesoridazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine
-some antidepressants like amitriptyline, desipramine, doxepin, nortriptyline
-stimulant medicines for attention, weight loss, and to stay awake
-tegaserod

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Benztropine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-glaucoma
-heart disease or a rapid heartbeat
-mental problems
-prostate trouble
-tardive dyskinesia
-an unusual or allergic reaction to benztropine, other medicines, lactose, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Benztropine?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress.

You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol may interfere with the effect of this medicine. Avoid alcoholic drinks.

Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water may help. Contact your doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe.

This medicine may cause dry eyes and blurred vision. If you wear contact lenses you may feel some discomfort. Lubricating drops may help. See your eye doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe.

You may sweat less than usual while you are taking this medicine. As a result your body temperature could rise to a dangerous level. Be careful not to get overheated during exercise or in hot weather. You could get heat stroke. Avoid taking hot baths and using hot tubs and saunas.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store below 30 degrees C (86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.