Kempro Side Effects

Kempro is a medication primarily used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and related movement disorders. It is an anticholinergic drug, which means it works by blocking the action of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter in the brain. While Kempro can be effective in managing these conditions, it can also have side effects.

Common Side Effects

• Dry mouth
• Blurred vision
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Urinary retention
• Confusion
• Nausea
• Nervousness
• Increased heart rate (tachycardia)
• Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)

Less Common Side Effects

• Hallucinations
• Memory problems
• Agitation or restlessness
• Delirium
• Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, difficulty breathing)
• Changes in blood pressure (high or low blood pressure)
• Palpitations (feeling of rapid, strong, or irregular heartbeat)
• Severe mood changes
• Muscle weakness
• Tremors or uncontrolled muscle movements
• Speech difficulties
• Difficulty sleeping (insomnia)
• Increased sensitivity to light (photophobia)
• Impaired coordination

Kempro is one of the leading brands of Procyclidine HCl, manufactured and marketed by Adamjee Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd, Pakistan.

Presently Kempro is available in tablet Form.

Kempro Tablet : Procyclidine HCl 5mg strength.

1. Anticholinergic medications: Combining Kempro with other anticholinergic drugs can lead to an increased risk of anticholinergic side effects, such as dry mouth, constipation, and urinary retention. Examples of anticholinergic medications include certain antihistamines, tricyclic antidepressants, and some antipsychotic drugs.
2. Levodopa: Kempro is often used in combination with levodopa to manage Parkinson’s disease. While there isn’t a direct drug interaction between the two, it’s important to monitor for potential side effects when using them together, as some people may experience increased drowsiness, confusion, or hallucinations.
3. Alcohol: Combining alcohol with Kempro can increase the risk of dizziness and drowsiness. It’s generally advisable to limit or avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
4. Drugs that affect heart rhythm: Kempro can potentially prolong the QT interval in the heart’s electrical activity. This means that combining it with other medications that also affect heart rhythm (e.g., certain antibiotics, antipsychotics, and some antiarrhythmic drugs) may increase the risk of cardiac arrhythmias.
5. Other central nervous system depressants: Kempro can cause drowsiness and impairment of coordination. Combining it with other central nervous system depressants, such as sedatives, tranquilizers, and certain pain medications, may intensify these effects.
6. Propranolol: The combination of Kempro and propranolol may lead to increased blood pressure-lowering effects, as both drugs can lower blood pressure.
7. Metoclopramide: The concurrent use of Kempro and metoclopramide may result in reduced effectiveness of one or both medications due to opposing effects on the digestive system. Careful monitoring and dosage adjustments may be necessary.