Benztropine Mesylate

**Semantic type:** Organic Chemical|Pharmacologic Substance

**Definition:** A synthetic antiparkinson tertiary amine structurally related to atropine, Benztropine Mesylate acts as a central muscarinic antagonist and inhibits dopamine uptake. With antihistaminic and local anesthetic properties as well, it is indicated for symptomatic relief of parkinsonism and drug-induced extrapyramidal reactions. (NCI04)

**Synonyms:** - BENZTROPINE MESYLATE