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Pharmaranks rates Akineton 3.6/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Akineton (Biperiden Lactate) is a medication used to treat Parkinson Disease, Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions.

Biperiden Lactate · by Abbvie

72/100Limited · 1 source

Based on 1 source · Recall-safety score from FDA recall history — this product's own recalls and its manufacturer's record. Not an efficacy or quality rating. methodology →

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Active ingredient
Biperiden Lactate
Form
Injectable, Tablet
Strength
Biperiden Lactate 5MG/ML
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
Manufacturer
Abbvie
FDA application
NDA012418
Availability
Discontinued (per FDA)

May treat (source: NIH RxClass)

Dosage forms

Injectable and Tablet

The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.

Ways to save

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Frequently asked questions

What does Akineton treat?
Akineton (Biperiden Lactate) may be used to treat parkinson disease, drug-related side effects and adverse reactions, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
How is Akineton rated?
pharmaranks gives Akineton a composite score of 3.6 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.
Is there a coupon or discount for Akineton?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Akineton. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
Who makes Akineton?
Akineton is marketed by Abbvie. You can see Abbvie's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Akineton a brand-name or generic drug?
Akineton is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Biperiden Lactate.
Is Akineton available over the counter?
No. Akineton is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
What forms does Akineton come in?
Akineton is currently marketed as injectable and tablet, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
Is Akineton FDA-registered?
Akineton is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA012418. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Has Akineton been recalled by the FDA?
Akineton has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.
Is Akineton safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Akineton a recall-safety score of 72/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.

Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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