Parkin Tablet is used with other medicines to treat Parkinson’s disease. It’s also used to treat severe movement side effects caused by certain drugs (drug-induced movement disorder).
Parkin Tablet should be taken empty stomach as it reduces the side effects of this medicine. It should be taken at the same time each day, this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may result in a worsening of symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, constipation, and blurred vision. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Dry mouth may occur commonly while using this medicine so, try to do frequent mouth rinses, maintain good oral hygiene, and increase water intake. Avoid wearing contact lenses as it may cause dry eyes as well. It is important to inform your doctor if you suffer from glaucoma or have trouble passing urine.
Before using Parkin Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you've ever had heart problems, problems with passing urine, liver or kidney disease. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other drugs you are using so let your doctor know what these are to be safe. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before starting treatment with this medicine.
USES OF PARKIN TABLET
- Treatment of Parkinson's disease
- Treatment of Drug induced abnormal movements
BENEFITS OF PARKIN TABLET
In Treatment of Parkinson's disease
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a disorder of the central nervous system. It makes the muscles stiff which causes difficulties in standing and walking. PD also causes tremors and loss of balance. Parkin Tablet helps to treat the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease. It relaxes the stiff muscles and helps in easy movement without losing balance. Parkin Tablet is also used to treat side effects like abnormal movements caused by antipsychotic drugs.
It is advisable not to stop this medicine without consulting your doctor. This is because a sudden stoppage can cause symptoms of Parkinson's disease to return. You can see that the drug is working if you are able to do your daily activities more easily and have a more active and better quality of life.
SIDE EFFECTS OF PARKIN TABLET
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Parkin
- Dryness in mouth
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Blurred vision
- Dizziness
- Upset stomach
- Headache
- Difficulty in urination
- Nervousness
HOW TO USE PARKIN TABLET
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. Parkin Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
HOW PARKIN TABLET WORKS
Parkin Tablet is an anticholinergic medication. It works by decreasing the activity of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) in the brain. This improves muscle control and reduces stiffness in Parkinson's disease. It also improves movement disorder (restlessness, involuntary movements or muscle spasm) caused by certain other medicines.
