Generic name:trihexyphenidyl (oral route) [ trye-hex-ee-FEN-i-dil ]
Drug class:Anticholinergic antiparkinson agents
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 12, 2022.
The Artane brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Artane
- Trihexane
- Tritane
Available Dosage Forms:
- Elixir
- Tablet
Therapeutic Class: Antiparkinsonian
Pharmacologic Class: Anticholinergic
Uses for Artane
Trihexyphenidyl is used alone or together with other medicines (e.g., levodopa) to treat Parkinson's disease. By improving muscle control and reducing stiffness, this medicine allows more normal movements of the body as the disease symptoms are reduced.
Trihexyphenidyl is also used to control severe muscle reactions and other side effects from certain medicines that are used to treat severe nausea or nervous, mental, or emotional conditions (e.g., haloperidol [Haldol®], loxapine [Loxitane®], prochlorperazine [Compazine®], promethazine [Phenergan®], thiothixene [Navane®]).
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Artane
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
No information is available on the relationship of age to the effects of trihexyphenidyl in the pediat...
