The side effects of anticholinergic drugs are well known. Peripheral adverse effects
are, amongst others: dry mouth, dry eyes, blurred vision, constipation, fecal impaction,
urinary retention and increased heart rate. Central adverse effects are: cognitive
impairment, dizziness, confusion, and, even delirium.
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: September 10, 2015
Accepted:
August 20,
2015
Received in revised form:
August 13,
2015
Received:
August 5,
2015
Editor: Pier M. MannucciIdentification
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