Benztropine
Drug Information
Benztropine is used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease and to treat adverse reactions to anti-psychotic drugs.
Common brand names:
CogentinSummary of Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, & Foods
Replenish Depleted Nutrients
none
Reduce Side Effects
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Support Medicine
Akathisia is an adverse reaction to anti-psychotic drugs, where a person has an uncontrollable desire to be in constant motion. One preliminary report suggested that 4,000 mg of L-tryptophan and 25 mg niacin per day taken with benztropine enhances the treatment of akathisia. Controlled studies are necessary to determine whether L-tryptophan and niacin supplements might benefit most people taking benztropine who experience adverse reactions to anti-psychotic drugs.
The interaction is supported by preliminary, weak, fragmentary, and/or contradictory scientific evidence.
Reduces Effectiveness
none
Potential Negative Interaction
none
Explanation Required
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Last Review: 03-18-2015
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