# Benztropine Mesylate (Benztropine Mesylate)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/benztropine-mesylate
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Benztropine Mesylate?

Benztropine Mesylate is a prescription medication used to treat parkinson disease and abnormalitie. Across the United States, 33,000 doctors prescribe Benztropine to approximately 184,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Benztropine Mesylate

## Indications

Benztropine Mesylate is prescribed for the treatment of parkinson disease, abnormalities and drug-induced.

## Conditions treated

- [Parkinson Disease](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/parkinson-disease)
- [Abnormalities](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/abnormalities)
- [Drug-Induced](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/drug-induced)

## Mechanism of action

Benztropine blocks acetylcholine receptors in the brain, helping to restore the balance between dopamine and acetylcholine that is disrupted in Parkinson's disease.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Anticholinergic (Parkinson's)
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

rash, skin rash

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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