Manufacturer: A N Pharmacia
Salt Composition : Procyclidine(2.5mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet should be taken with food as it reduces the side effects with this medicine. It should be taken at the same time each day, this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may result in a worsening of symptoms.
Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet is a muscle relaxing medication. It works by decreasing the activity of excess acetylcholine in the brain. This improves muscle control and reduces stiffness. It helps patients with Parkinson's disease by improving muscle control and reducing stiffness so that they can move more naturally. It is also used to treat movement disorder (restlessness, involuntary movements or muscle spasm ) which can be caused by certain drugs.
After oral dosing the mean peak plasma concentration was 116 ng/ml and mean bioavailability was 75%. After both oral and intravenous dosing the mean values for the volume of distribution, total body clearance and plasma elimination half-life of procyclidine were in the order of 1 l/kg, 68 ml/min and 12 h respectively.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cyclid
Dryness in mouth
Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Lightheadedness
Dilatation of pupil
Epigastric pain
overactive thyroid gland
myasthenia gravis, a skeletal muscle disorder
closed angle glaucoma
high blood pressure
coronary artery disease
chronic heart failure
a change in saliva secretion
achalasia of esophagus, a condition that makes swallowing difficult
reflux esophagitis, or inflammation of the esophagus from backflow of stomach acid
a stomach ulcer
a narrowing of the opening between the stomach and the small intestine
hiatal hernia
ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory condition of the intestines
severe ulcerative colitis
toxic megacolon
paralysis of the intestines
blockage of the stomach or intestine
atony of colon
liver problems
decreased kidney function
blockage of the urinary bladder
a blockage in the urinary tract
enlarged prostate
Down syndrome
drowsiness
an inability to completely empty the bladder
toxin from microorganisms causing diarrhea
shock caused by significant blood loss
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
dysreflexia
an abnormally fast heartbeat
Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Procyclidine is indicated in all forms of Parkinson's disease: idiopathic (paralysis agitans), post encephalitic and arteriosclerotic.
Aclidinium. Both Procyclidine and Aclidinium can cause antimuscarinic effects.
Amantadine. Both Procyclidine and Amantadine can cause antimuscarinic effects.
Amitriptyline.
Atropine.
Baclofen.
Chlorphenamine.
Chlorpromazine.
Clemastine.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet helps treat Parkinson's disease and drug-induced abnormal movements.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
It may cause dry eyes. Avoid wearing contact lenses and inform your doctor if it bothers you.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you suffer from glaucoma or if you have trouble passing urine.
Do not stop taking Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as that may cause worsening of symptoms.
You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, intraocular pressure, kidney function, liver function, and cardiac function while taking this medicine.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Q. Can I take Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet for excessive salivation?
Yes, Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet can be used as it is helpful in cases of excessive salivation and drooling which can be seen in Parkinson’s disease or due to medicines (neuroleptics). It should be taken only if prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Can Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet cause addiction?
Yes, Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet may cause addiction as it has abuse potential though it occurs rarely. The doctors are usually cautious while prescribing this medicine and do not prescribe this medicine to patients whose symptoms are not genuine.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet?
Avoid driving or operating machines if Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet causes blurred vision or makes you feel dizzy, confused or disorientated. You should also avoid taking alcohol as it may increase your drowsiness. Taking this medicine may affect your body’s ability to regulate its temperature. As a result, your body temperature may rise more than normal. So, you should also avoid areas with high humidity and high temperature.
Q. Who should not take Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet?
Patients who are allergic to Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet or any of the other ingredients of this medicine should not take Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet. This medicine should be avoided in cases of glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye) in patients who have a blockage in the intestine (gut). In addition, patients who are facing difficulty, or are unable to, pass urine and are not currently receiving any form of treatment for this, should avoid taking Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet.
Q. How can I identify overdose symptoms?
In case of an overdose, you may experience fast heartbeat, agitation, restlessness, confusion, insomnia (severe inability to sleep), excitement (although occasionally people may feel anxious and aggressive), and disorientation. If eyes are exposed to light then the pupils in the eye may not open or close and hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not real) may also occur. In severe cases, you may feel very sleepy, fall into unconsciousness, or into a coma. If you experience any such symptoms contact your doctor or seek immediate help from the nearest hospital emergency department.
Q. How long does Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet take to work?
After an hour of starting Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet most people start experiencing the effects. However, the medicine may take some time for showing full benefits. Consult your doctor if you do not see improvement.
Q. Can I stop taking Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Cyclid 2.5mg Tablet suddenly as rebound parkinsonian symptoms may occur. Take the medicine as long as symptoms are there. Your doctor will decide the probable duration required for the medicine.
