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Ch 23
Drugs for Specific Dysfunctions of CNS & PNS
| Generic Name | Trade Name | Uses | Side Effects |
|---|---|---|---|
| benztropine | Cogentin | Treatment for Parkinson's. | blurred vision, mydriasis, constipation, dry skin, n/v, photophobia, drowsiness |
| levodopa | L-Dopa | Treatment for Parkinson's | anxiety, nervousness, confusion, constipation, nightmares, orthostatic hypotension, mood changes, n/v. |
| selegiline | Eldepryl | Traetment for Parkinson's. Helps lower dose needed of levodopa. | dry mouth, n/v, insomnia, dizziness, stomach distress |
| tacrine | Cognex | Treatment for mild to moderate Alzheimer's | n/v/d, headache, muscle aches. |
| donepezil | Aricept | Treatment for Alzheimer's. | Muscle cramping, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, insomnia. |
| diazepam | Valium | Treat skeletal muscle spasm | (blank) |