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Accept major insurances and cash-payHSA & FSA accepted; best-value for top quality careSame-day mental health, weight loss, and primary care appointments availableAccept major insurances and cash-payBenztropine is an anticholinergic medication used to treat symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and extrapyramidal side effects caused by certain psychiatric medications. It helps reduce muscle stiffness, tremors, and involuntary movements.
If you’re experiencing stiffness, restlessness, or abnormal movements due to medications or Parkinsonism, connect with a licensed provider through Klarity. If appropriate, you could receive a prescription for benztropine within 24 hours.
Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy; a diagnosis, treatment, or prescription is not guaranteed.
Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy; a diagnosis, treatment, or prescription is not guaranteed.
You’re unique. And your needs are too. You deserve parkinson’s disease treatment from a provider committed to you. That’s why you can find a parkinson’s disease specialist on Klarity Health and access:
From an experienced, board-certified healthcare professional.
or in-person through treatment tailored to you**
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*Your provider will discuss treatment options with you, which may or may not include medication.
Klarity Health connects you with experienced, licensed providers who specialize in the treatment of parkinson’s disease. Select your state to see available providers.
Getting benztropine through Klarity is quick and simple:
| Medication | Drug class | Common uses | Key differences |
| Benztropine | Anticholinergic | Parkinsonism, EPS | Dual use for Parkinson’s and drug-induced symptoms |
| Trihexyphenidyl | Anticholinergic | Parkinsonism | Similar use; more commonly used in Parkinson’s |
| Carbidopa/Levodopa | Dopamine precursor | Parkinson’s | Main treatment for Parkinson’s; directly replaces dopamine, available in ODT formulation. |
| Amantadine | Antiviral/Dopaminergic | Parkinson’s, dyskinesia | Less anticholinergic burden; helps with tremor as monotherapy |
| Propranolol | Beta-blocker | Akathisia | Used specifically for restlessness and anxiety-type EPS symptoms (e.g., “stage fright”) |
Unlike newer Parkinson’s treatments that increase dopamine levels (like levodopa), benztropine works by restoring the balance between dopamine and acetylcholine in the brain. It may be preferred in younger patients or those with predominant tremor who can’t tolerate dopaminergic meds or need an add-on to control side effects of psychiatric drugs. Benztropine isn’t usually recommended for older adults, as it can increase the risk of confusion, memory issues, constipation, and urinary retention. It may also worsen conditions like glaucoma, enlarged prostate, or severe dry mouth. It’s generally avoided in people with a history of cognitive impairment or those sensitive to anticholinergic effects.
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*Appointments are generally available within 24 hours. Free initial consultations are available only with select providers. Prescriptions, particularly for controlled substances, may require an in-person evaluation depending on the state of residence and current federal regulations.
The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions or concerns you have regarding your health. Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy. Nothing in this article is intended to diagnose or treat any condition, including guaranteeing prescription medication of any kind or dosage. Not all providers on Klarity Health prescribe all medications, particularly medications that are controlled substances.