Akineton is a medicine indicated for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease, which promotes relief from certain symptoms such as twisting, tremors, contortions, muscle tremors, stiffness and motor agitation.In addition, this medicine is also indicated for the treatment of Parkinson’s syndromes caused by medications.
This medicine contains Biperiden, an anticholinergic agent, which acts on the central nervous system and reduces the effects that acetylcholine produces on the nervous system, so this medicine works effectively to control the symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease.
The price of Akineton ranges from 26 to 33 reais and can be purchased from pharmacies or online stores.
Generally, the dose indicated depends on the patient’s age and the following doses are recommended:
Some of the side effects of Akineton may include delusions, dry mouth, confusion, arousal, constipation, euphoria, memory problems, urinary retention, sleep disturbances, hives in the skin, hallucinations, seizures, allergies, sleep disturbances, restlessness, anxiety and pupil dilation.
This medicine is contraindicated in children, patients with gastrointestinal tract obstruction, glaucoma, stenosis or megacolon, and in patients allergic to bipedal or any other component of the formula.
Also, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, are over 65 years of age, or are being treated with other medications, you should speak to your doctor before starting treatment.