What are the side effects to anticholoinergics?

What are the side effects to anticholoinergics?

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Side effects of anticholoinergic medications can be very troubling. Dry mouth is quite common, blurred vision is another relatively common side effect of these medications. It can also contribute to constipation. They do enter the brain which is their intent, and because of their action being an anticholoinergic, or blocking acetylcholine, it can contribute to some cognitive side effects such as confusion, forgetfulness, or even sometimes hallucinations.