Procyclidine
Procyclidine is an anticholinergic used for selected Parkinsonian or medicine-induced movement symptoms. Listed uses include Parkinsonism and Drug-induced Extrapyramidal Symptoms.
Key points
- It does not treat tardive dyskinesia and may worsen some movement disorders.
- It can cause confusion, blurred vision, constipation and urinary retention.
- Eye pain, inability to urinate or severe confusion needs urgent care.
Listings are for comparison and general information; suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, monitoring and prescription requirements.
Important safety checks
Glaucoma, prostate or bowel obstruction, cognitive impairment and other anticholinergics require review.
When to seek urgent care
Seek urgent help for severe eye pain with halos, inability to urinate, severe confusion, overheating or a serious allergic reaction.