cyclid 2.5mg tablet - Procyclidine (2.5mg) medicine

cyclid 2.5mg tablet

4.6 (13 reviews)
๐Ÿญ A N Pharmacia ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 22, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is cyclid 2.5mg tablet used for?

Cyclid 5mg Tablet (Procyclidine) is used to treat NEURO CNS. It contains Procyclidine (2.5mg), which Antagonizes muscarinic acetylcholine receptors in the CNS, reducing cholinergic . Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Procyclidine
  • Manufacturer: A N Pharmacia
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: C
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š cyclid 2.5mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Parkinson's disease, drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms

Off-label uses: Dystonia, sialorrhea

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Procyclidine
Brand NameCyclid 5mg Tablet
ManufacturerA N Pharmacia
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassNEURO CNS
Action ClassAnticholinergic- centrally acting
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light and moisture
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed orally
DistributionDistributes widely in body tissues
Protein BindingNot extensively bound
MetabolismHepatic metabolism
Half-Life7-16 hours
ExcretionRenal excretion of metabolites
BioavailabilityHigh oral bioavailability
Onset of Action30-60 minutes
Peak Plasma Time1-2 hours
Duration of Action6-12 hours

How It Works

Antagonizes muscarinic acetylcholine receptors in the CNS, reducing cholinergic activity

Mechanism Steps

1Procyclidine crosses the blood-brain barrier
2Binds to muscarinic acetylcholine receptors in the striatum
3Blocks the action of acetylcholine

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take cyclid 2.5mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of cyclid 2.5mg tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Dry mouth
  • Blurred vision
  • Constipation
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Confusion
  • Hallucinations
  • Urinary retention
  • Tachycardia

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Paralytic ileus
  • Heat stroke
  • Angle-closure glaucoma

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Anticholinergics Major Additive anticholinergic effects
MAOIs Major Increased risk of hypertensive crisis
Antipsychotics Moderate Reduced antipsychotic efficacy
Tricyclic antidepressants Moderate Additive anticholinergic effects
Antihistamines Minor Additive anticholinergic effects
Amantadine Minor Additive anticholinergic effects

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Anticholinergics
  • MAOIs

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Antipsychotics
  • Tricyclic antidepressants

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Antihistamines
  • Amantadine

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

May increase CNS depression

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity, narrow-angle glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, gastrointestinal obstruction

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Monitor for anticholinergic side effects, mental status, motor function

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Not recommended; may be excreted in breast milk

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Supportive care; physostigmine may be used for severe anticholinergic symptoms

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double dose

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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๐Ÿ”„ Substitutes for cyclid 2.5mg tablet

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Alternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Procyclidine (2.5mg)):

Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

โญ User Reviews

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

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