Selgin Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Uses of Selgin Tablet:
Parkinson's disease
Composition of Selgin Tablet:
Selegiline 5mg
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85.5
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Description
Parkinson's disease
Uses
Selegiline is generally used in treatment of the treatment of Parkinson's disease.
Side effects
- Cough
- Depression
- Dyspepsia
- Influenza like symptoms
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Joint pain
- Peripheral edema
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Selegiline, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Selegiline is to be taken with food.
How it works
Selegiline improves the condition by increasing the release of dopamine, which is a chemical messenger required to control movement in the brain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Selegiline safe?
Selegiline is safe if used at doses and for duration advised by your doctor
Q. Is Selegiline a stimulant?
Selegiline can stimulate the brain to cause mood changes, anxiety, agitation, hallucinations, confusion, sleep disturbances etc
Q. Is Selegiline addictive?
Selegiline is not addictive
Q. Is Selegiline a dopamine agonist?
Selegiline is not a dopamine agonist. It enhances the action of dopamine (either natural dopamine or dopamine obtained from conversion of levodopa) in brain by preventing its breakdown
Q. Does Selegiline need to be tapered?
Selegiline needs to be tapered and should not be suddenly stopped as it may cause fever, sweating, stiff muscles, and loss of consciousness if abruptly discontinued
Q. Is Selegiline neuroprotective?
Selegiline is neuroprotective as it slows the progression of Parkinson's disease
Q. Does Selegiline cause weight loss/weight gain?
Selegiline causes weight loss.
Selegiline is safe if used at doses and for duration advised by your doctor
Q. Is Selegiline a stimulant?
Selegiline can stimulate the brain to cause mood changes, anxiety, agitation, hallucinations, confusion, sleep disturbances etc
Q. Is Selegiline addictive?
Selegiline is not addictive
Q. Is Selegiline a dopamine agonist?
Selegiline is not a dopamine agonist. It enhances the action of dopamine (either natural dopamine or dopamine obtained from conversion of levodopa) in brain by preventing its breakdown
Q. Does Selegiline need to be tapered?
Selegiline needs to be tapered and should not be suddenly stopped as it may cause fever, sweating, stiff muscles, and loss of consciousness if abruptly discontinued
Q. Is Selegiline neuroprotective?
Selegiline is neuroprotective as it slows the progression of Parkinson's disease
Q. Does Selegiline cause weight loss/weight gain?
Selegiline causes weight loss.
Expert Advice
- You have been prescribed Selegiline to treat your symptoms of Parkinson's disease.It should preferably be taken with breakfast or lunch as taking it late in the day may cause trouble sleeping.It can an make you dizzy or lightheaded, especially when you suddenly stand up from sitting or laying down. Thus get out of bed slowly, resting your feet on the floor for a few minutes before standing up.Avoid eating foods high in tyramine (eg. aged cheeses, air-dried meats, soy sauce, tap/draft beers and red wines) while taking Selegiline, since it can cause an unsafe rise in your blood pressure.Don't stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor, since it can be dangerous.Parkinson's disease can increase your risk for skin cancer. Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual growth or bumps on your skin.Let your doctor know if you are also taking medicines for depression or mood disorders.
Product Details
SKU: PC-6309
Product Description: Selgin Tablet is manufactured by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Selgin Tablet is manufactured by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
