Biperiden

Biperiden treats symptoms seen with Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders caused by other medications. Avoid alcohol while taking this medication.

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  • Other
  • Drug Toxicity
  • Parkinson Disease

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Uses of Biperiden

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Biperiden is used in the treatment of:

  • Drug Toxicity
  • Parkinson Disease

This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Biperiden Brand Names

Biperiden may be found in some form under the following brand names:

Biperiden Drug Class

Biperiden is part of the drug class:

Biperiden Interactions

This is not a complete list of Biperidendrug interactions. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Biperiden and Pregnancy

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

The FDA categorizes medications based on safety for use during pregnancy. Five categories - A, B, C, D, and X, are used to classify the possible risks to an unborn baby when a medication is taken during pregnancy.

Biperiden falls into category C:

In animal studies, pregnant animals were given this medication and had some babies born with problems. No well-controlled studies have been done in humans, though. Therefore, this medication may be used if the potential benefits to the mother outweigh the potential risks to the unborn child.

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There are no well-controlled studies that have been done in pregnant women. Biperiden should be used during pregnancy only if the possible benefit outweighs the possible risk to the unborn baby.

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No studies have been done in animals, and no well-controlled studies have been done in pregnant women. Biperiden should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.

Biperiden Dosage

Take biperiden exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully.

The Biperiden dose your doctor recommends will be based on the following (use any or all that apply):

  • the condition being treated
  • other medical conditions you have
  • other medications you are taking
  • how you respond to this medication
  • your weight
  • your height
  • your age
  • your gender

Biperiden is available in the following doses:

  • Biperiden 2 Mg Oral Tablet

Forms of Medication

Biperiden is available in the following forms:

  • Injectable Solution
  • Oral Tablet