Eps 2 Tablet is used with other medicines to treat Parkinson’s disease. It’s also used to treat severe movement side effects caused by certain drugs (drug-induced movement disorder).

It is antispasmodic agent

Uses of Eps Tablet

Side effects of Eps Tablet

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 Eps

Dryness in mouth
Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Upset stomach
Headache
Difficulty in urination
Nervousness

How to use Eps Tablet

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. Eps 2 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Eps 2 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Eps 2 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Eps 2 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Eps 2 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Eps 2 Tablet can cause blurring of vision, dizziness, mild nausea, and mental confusion in some cases. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Eps 2 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Patients with kidney disease should be closely monitored by a doctor while taking this medicine.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Eps 2 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Eps Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Eps 2 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.

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Quick tips

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.
Monitoring of intraocular pressure is required while taking this medicine, as an increase in eye pressure may cause blurry vision.
Inform your doctor if you suffer from glaucoma or if you have trouble passing urine.
Eps 2 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.
Monitoring of intraocular pressure is required while taking this medicine, as an increase in eye pressure may cause blurry vision.
Some More Advice
Inform your doctor if you suffer from glaucoma or if you have trouble passing urine.
Do not stop taking Eps 2 Tablet without talking to your doctor first as that may cause worsening of symptoms.
New Advice!
You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, intraocular pressure, kidney function, liver function, and cardiac function while taking this medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Aralkylamines Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Anticholinergic- centrally acting

Patient concerns

The person is a long term user of the medicine serentin Due to some movement issues, she takes pacitane 2mg (2-0-1) On advice of our doctor now she takes Aripiprazole 5mg (0-0-1) and stopped serentin for the last one week . Please advice this medicine got any side effects and her drug induced Parkinson symtoms will reduce

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Newer antipsychotics like Aripiprazole have lesser potential for EPS as compared to haloperidol, but if patient had been on haloperidol for too long and has developed what is termed as tardive dyskinesia ( slow, rhything movements), they may not go. Besides, there are other atypical antipsychotics which have even lower pity for eps as compared to Aripiprazole like olanzapine, Quitipine and lurasidone. You may discuss with your psychiatrist in case patient develops eps with Aripiprazole.

Why does the heart condition of SVT arise?

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Interventional Cardiology

The ECG u sent was normal however avnrt or svts can be permanently cured WD RFA eps

My wife p v s s mahalakshmi is a patient of neurology. two months ago she has schizophrenia (mental disorder in which patient interpret reality abnormally) and was given Don LS and Gressami 200mg for 1 and 1/2 months . Now her walking ability decreased and not able to walk steadily even with the help of assistance. Her earlier disorder is not found now and her walking disability has become a great worry to us . Please suggest .

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Resperidone can cause extrapyramidal symptoms affecting motor coordination. The prescribing doctor can advise you on these side effects and give another antipsychotic with low potential for EPS.

FAQs

Is Eps 2 Tablet a narcotic? Can I get high after taking Eps 2 Tablet?

No, Eps 2 Tablet is not a narcotic. However, its hallucinogenic and euphoriant properties may make the people abuse its use.

Does Eps 2 Tablet make you drowsy?

Yes, Eps 2 Tablet may cause drowsiness in some cases. Some people may even experience difficulty in falling asleep. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery when you experience drowsiness or if it causes blurring of vision, dizziness, mild nausea and mental confusion.

What happens if more than the recommended doses of Eps 2 Tablet are taken?

Taking more than the recommended doses of Eps 2 Tablet may cause flushing of the skin, nausea, vomiting, dilated pupils, increased heartbeat, rapid respiration, fever, increase in blood pressure, and dryness of mouth, tongue and skin. A rash may appear on the face or upper trunk. You may also experience restlessness, confusion, hallucinations, paranoid and psychotic reactions, incoordination, delirium (a state of mental confusion and emotional disruption) and occasionally convulsions.

Does Eps 2 Tablet cause weight gain?

Yes, Eps 2 Tablet may cause weight gain. If you are concerned about your weight gain, consult a dietician for diet plan, exercise regularly, and eat a healthy and nutritious diet.

Can I crush Eps 2 Tablet?

No, Eps 2 Tablet should not be crushed. It should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Consult your doctor if you are not sure about how to take this medicine.

Can I take Eps 2 Tablet with food?

Eps 2 Tablet may be taken before or after meals according to the effects experienced by the patient. If Eps 2 Tablet tends to dry the mouth excessively, it may be better to take it before meals, unless it causes nausea. If taken after meals, it may cause induced thirst which can be reduced by peppermint, chewing gum, or water.

For how long do I need to take Eps 2 Tablet?

You should continue taking Eps 2 Tablet as long as your doctor advises you. In some cases, the use of Eps 2 Tablet may continue indefinitely. Such patients are often kept under careful observation for a longer period of time.

What if I stop taking Eps 2 Tablet abruptly?

You should not stop taking Eps 2 Tablet without consulting your doctor as your symptoms may get worse. If you feel your dose needs to be lowered, then consult your doctor who will reduce your dose gradually.

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Eps 2 Tablet

Product introduction

Uses of Eps Tablet

Side effects of Eps Tablet

Common side effects of Eps

How to use Eps Tablet

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Eps Tablet?

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

Is Eps 2 Tablet a narcotic? Can I get high after taking Eps 2 Tablet?

Does Eps 2 Tablet make you drowsy?

What happens if more than the recommended doses of Eps 2 Tablet are taken?

Does Eps 2 Tablet cause weight gain?

Can I crush Eps 2 Tablet?

Can I take Eps 2 Tablet with food?

For how long do I need to take Eps 2 Tablet?

What if I stop taking Eps 2 Tablet abruptly?

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