Benzatropine
Benzatropine
Benzatropine (pronounced ben-ZAT-ro-peen), also known as benztropine mesylate, is a type of medication primarily used to treat Parkinson's disease and certain movement disorders. It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics, which work by blocking certain nerve impulses in the brain.
Etymology
The term "benzatropine" is derived from its chemical structure, which consists of a benzene ring (benz-) attached to an atropine-like structure (-atropine). The suffix "-ine" is commonly used in the names of alkaloids and other basic substances.
Usage
Benzatropine is used to reduce the side effects of certain drugs used for Parkinson's disease, or to reduce the symptoms of certain movement disorders. It is not used to treat Parkinson's disease itself, but rather to improve the quality of life for those suffering from this condition.
Related Terms
- Anticholinergic: A type of drug that blocks the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine in the brain. Benzatropine is an example of an anticholinergic drug.
- Parkinson's disease: A neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement. Benzatropine is often used to manage the side effects of drugs used to treat Parkinson's disease.
- Movement disorders: A group of neurological conditions that affect the ability to produce and control movement. Benzatropine is used to manage the symptoms of certain movement disorders.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Benzatropine
- Wikipedia's article - Benzatropine
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