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COGENTIN®
(benztropine mesylate) Injection

DRUG DESCRIPTION

Benztropine mesylate is a synthetic compound containing structural features found in atropine and diphenhydramine.

It is designated chemically as 8-azabicyclo[3.2.1] octane, 3-(diphenylmethoxy)-,endo, methanesulfonate. Its empirical formula is C21H25NO•CH4O3S, and its structural formula is:

Benztropine mesylate structural formula illustration

Benztropine mesylate is a crystalline white powder, very soluble in water, and has a molecular weight of 403.54. COGENTIN* (Benztropine Mesylate) is supplied as a sterile injection for intravenous and intramuscular use.

Each milliliter of the injection contains:

Benztropine mesylate ..........1 mg
Sodium chloride ...............9 mg
Water for injection q.s. . ....1 mL

Brand Name: Cogentin
Generic Name: Benztropine Mesylate Injection
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