cisplatin
benztropine
levodopa/carbidopa (Sinemet)
baclofen
infliximab
doxorubicin
interferon
bromocriptine
chemotherapeutic drugs (general)
pyridostigmine
sedation, dry mouth, urinary retention, and constipation are common side effects
increased risk of nephrotoxicity
administer in divided doses 45 minutes before meals
specific drug that causes increased risk of serious infection
sleepiness, impaired coordination, impaired perception of time/space
common side effects include N/V and myelosuppression
flu-like illness with headache, fever, chills, N/V/D, fatigue, myalgia
associated with cardiac toxicity
initially provides effective management of Parkinson’s symptoms
change positions slowly to minimize orthostatic hypotension
