SELGIN 5 MG TABLET

SKU: AH_CH_APK_6597 Category:

Generic : Selegiline (5mg)

Treatment : Parkinson’s Disease

Pack size  : 10 (Tablet)

Manufacturer : Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Made In : INDIA

UNIT PRICE

$1.64

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Selgin Tablet is a medicine used to treat Parkinson’s disease. It helps to provide better control of body movements and prevents excessive shaking and stiffness.

Selgin Tablet can be taken alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should never skip any doses and try to finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can result in confusion, stiff muscles, and a high fever.

It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. You should undergo periodic examinations to detect skin cancer while taking this medicine as it increases the risk of developing cancer. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood, hallucinations, an abnormally high sex drive, an urge to gamble, or uncontrolled spending as these may prove very harmful.

 

BENEFITS OF SELGIN TABLET

In Parkinson’s disease

Selgin Tablet relieves symptoms of Parkinson’s disease such as tremors, muscle stiffness, and difficulty moving. It increases the amount of a chemical called dopamine in the brain which helps in the coordination of body movements. This medicine can therefore enhance the quality of life by improving the ability to carry out daily functions in a better manner.
 

HOW TO USE SELGIN TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Selgin Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
 

HOW SELGIN TABLET WORKS

Selgin Tablet works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.
 

SAFETY ADVICE

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Alcohol

CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Selgin Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
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Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Selgin Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Selgin Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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Driving

UNSAFE
Selgin Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
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Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Selgin Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Selgin Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
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Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Selgin Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Selgin Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
 

INTERACTION WITH DRUGS

 

  • RASAGILINE
  • LEVODOPA
  • DOPAMINE
  • AMANTADINE
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • CITALOPRAM
  • FLUVOXAMINE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • PROTRIPTYLINE
  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • VENLAFAXINE
  • DULOXETINE
  • PETHIDINE
  • TRAMADOL
  • CODEINE
  • MEPERIDINE
  • LINEZOLID
  • SUMATRIPTAN
  • ZOLMITRIPTAN
  • RIZATRIPTAN
  • DIGITALIS
  • CLONAZEPAM
  • IBUPROFEN
  • NARATRIPTAN
  • ALTRETAMINE

SIDE EFFECTS

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Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Selgin

  • Joint pain
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Peripheral edema
  • Flu-like symptoms
  • Depression
  • Indigestion
  • Cough

FAQ's

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Q. Is Selgin Tablet safe?

Selgin Tablet is safe if used at doses and for duration advised by your doctor

Q. Is Selgin Tablet a stimulant?

Selgin Tablet can stimulate the brain to cause mood changes, anxiety, agitation, hallucinations, confusion, sleep disturbances etc

Q. Is Selgin Tablet addictive?

Selgin Tablet is not addictive

Q. Does Selgin Tablet need to be tapered?

Selgin Tablet 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 Selgin Tablet neuroprotective?

Selgin Tablet is neuroprotective as it slows the progression of Parkinson’s disease

Q. Does Selgin Tablet cause weight loss/weight gain?

Selgin Tablet causes weight loss.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Pack size  – 10

pack form  – tablet

 

MORE INFORMATION

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 Information Leaflet

Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.

Important: We advise you to always read the patient information leaflet inside the medication box, as the generic medication may not always entirely match the patient information leaflet listed. Please contact us if you have any questions.

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