Best Price*
$ 49.98
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$0.00
(Inclusive of all taxes)
* Manufacturer:
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
* Country of Origin:
INDIA
* Composition:
RASAGILINE 1MG
* Packing Size:
100 Tablet(s)
IntroductionWhat RASALECT 1MG is used for?
- It is used for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease in adults
Warning & PrecautionsTalk to Doctor
Talk to your doctor before you take this medicine, if you:
- Are allergic to rasagiline or any of the other ingredients of this medicine
- Have severe liver problems
- Have suspicious skin changes
- Or your family/career notices that you are developing unusual behaviors or impulse control disorders
- Are a smoker
Pregnancy & Breast Feeding
- You should avoid taking RASALECT 1MG if you are pregnant, as the effects of RASALECT 1MG on pregnancy and the unborn child are not known
- If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine
Children & Adolescents
- There is no relevant use of RASALECT 1MG in children and adolescents. Therefore, RASALECT 1MG is not recommended for use under the age of 18
Driving & Using Machines
- Ask your doctor for advice before you drive and operate machines, since Parkinson’s disease itself as well as the treatment with RASALECT 1MG may influence your ability to do so
InteractionsTell your doctor if you are taking,
- Certain antidepressants (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, selective serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, tricyclic or tetracyclic antidepressants)
- Antibiotic ciprofloxacin used against infections
- Cough suppressant dextromethorphan
- Sympathomimetics such as those present in eye drops, nasal and oral decongestants and cold medicine containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine
- Fluoxetine or fluvoxamine
How to Use- Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor
- The recommended dose of RASALECT 1MG is 1 tablet of 1 mg taken by mouth once daily
- RASALECT 1MG may be taken with or without food
- Be cautious?while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Rasalect 1 Tablet can make you very sleepy.
- Rasalect 1 Tablet can make you dizzy or lightheaded, especially when you suddenly stand up from sitting or laying down.
- Let your doctor know if you are also taking medicines for depression or mood disorders.
- Do not stop taking Rasalect 1 Tablet suddenly. Sudden stopping may cause confusion, stiff muscles and a high fever.
- As a precaution, foods high in tyramine (e.g. aged cheeses, air-dried meat, soy sauce, tap/draft beers and red wine) should be avoided when taking Rasalect 1 Tablet, as it may cause an unsafe rise in your blood pressure.
If you take more RASALECT 1MG
- If you think that you may have taken too many RASALECT 1MG tablets, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately
If you forget to take RASALECT 1MG
- Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose
- Take the next dose normally, when it is time to take it
If you stop taking RASALECT 1MG
- Do not stop taking RASALECT 1MG without first talking to your doctor
Side EffectsLike all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them
Serious
- Develop unusual behaviors’ such as compulsions, obsessive thoughts, addictive gambling, excessive shopping or spending, impulsive behaviour and an abnormally high sex drive or an increase in sexual thoughts (impulse control disorders)
- Hallucinations
- Fever, restlessness, tremor and sweating (serotonin syndrome)
- Suspicious skin changes because there is a higher risk of skin cancer
Common
- Involuntary movements (dyskinesia)
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
- Allergy
- Fever, flu (influenza)
- General feeling of being unwell (malaise)
- Neck pain, chest pain (angina pectoris)
- Low blood pressure when rising to a standing position with symptoms like dizziness/lightheadedness (orthostatic hypotension)
- Decreased appetite
- Constipation
- Dry mouth,?nausea and vomiting
- Flatulence
- Abnormal results of blood tests (leucopenia)
- Joint pain (arthralgia), musculoskeletal pain, joint inflammation (arthritis)
- Numbness and muscle weakness of the hand (carpal tunnel syndrome)
- Decreased weight
- Abnormal dreams
- Difficulty in muscular coordination (balance disorder)
- Depression,?dizziness (vertigo)
- Prolonged muscle contractions (dystonia)
- Runny nose (rhinitis)
- Irritation of the skin (dermatitis),?rash
- Bloodshot eyes (conjunctivitis)
- Urinary urgency
Uncommon
- Stroke
- Heart attack
- Blistering rash
More InformationStorage
- Keep this medicine out of reach of children
- Store at room temperature (15-25°C)
- Do not use this medicine after the expiry date
FAQsQ. Does smoking have any effect on Rasalect?
Yes, you should not smoke while on Rasagiline since smoking interferes with the working of Rasagiline. Smoking can decrease the rate at which your symptoms improve.
Q. What food is to be avoided while taking Rasalect?
It is best if you avoid aged cheese, herring (fish), and red wine. But, since taking these foods with Rasalect does not affect blood pressure or heart rate, these can be taken in very small amounts.
Q. Can Rasalect cause cancer?
Patients of Parkinson’s disease are at a higher risk of skin cancer. The same risk is also seen in patients taking Rasalect. Therefore, you should undergo periodic examinations to detect skin cancer if you are taking Rasalect.
Q. Is it safe to drive if I am taking Rasalect?
If you experience excessive daytime sleepiness or fall asleep suddenly, then avoid driving, operate machinery or work at heights during Rasalect treatment.
Q. One morning I fainted after getting up from bed. Was it because of Rasalect? What should I do?
It could be due to Rasalect. If you feel lightheaded, dizzy or faint while getting up from bed, get up slowly. This will help your body get used to the change in position and blood pressure. If this problem continues or gets worse, talk to your doctor.
Q. I am experiencing a runny nose and cold since I began taking Rasalect. Can I take Vicks?
No, you should not take Vicks or any other medicine containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine. These cold remedies interfere with Rasagiline and are not recommended. Take your doctor’s advice to treat your runny nose and cold.
Q. One morning I fainted after getting up from bed. Was it because of Rasalect? What should I do?
It could be due to Rasalect. If you feel lightheaded, dizzy or faint while getting up from bed, get up slowly. This will help your body get used to the change in position and blood pressure. If this problem continues or gets worse, talk to your doctor.
Q. I am experiencing a runny nose and cold since I began taking Rasalect. Can I take Vicks?
No, you should not take Vicks or any other medicine containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine. These cold remedies interfere with Rasalect and are not recommended. Take your doctor’s advice to treat your runny nose and cold.
Yes, you should not smoke while on Rasagiline since smoking interferes with the working of Rasagiline. Smoking can decrease the rate at which your symptoms improve.
Q. What food is to be avoided while taking Rasalect?
It is best if you avoid aged cheese, herring (fish), and red wine. But, since taking these foods with Rasalect does not affect blood pressure or heart rate, these can be taken in very small amounts.
Q. Can Rasalect cause cancer?
Patients of Parkinson’s disease are at a higher risk of skin cancer. The same risk is also seen in patients taking Rasalect. Therefore, you should undergo periodic examinations to detect skin cancer if you are taking Rasalect.
Q. Is it safe to drive if I am taking Rasalect?
If you experience excessive daytime sleepiness or fall asleep suddenly, then avoid driving, operate machinery or work at heights during Rasalect treatment.
Q. One morning I fainted after getting up from bed. Was it because of Rasalect? What should I do?
It could be due to Rasalect. If you feel lightheaded, dizzy or faint while getting up from bed, get up slowly. This will help your body get used to the change in position and blood pressure. If this problem continues or gets worse, talk to your doctor.
Q. I am experiencing a runny nose and cold since I began taking Rasalect. Can I take Vicks?
No, you should not take Vicks or any other medicine containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine. These cold remedies interfere with Rasagiline and are not recommended. Take your doctor’s advice to treat your runny nose and cold.
Q. One morning I fainted after getting up from bed. Was it because of Rasalect? What should I do?
It could be due to Rasalect. If you feel lightheaded, dizzy or faint while getting up from bed, get up slowly. This will help your body get used to the change in position and blood pressure. If this problem continues or gets worse, talk to your doctor.
Q. I am experiencing a runny nose and cold since I began taking Rasalect. Can I take Vicks?
No, you should not take Vicks or any other medicine containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine. These cold remedies interfere with Rasalect and are not recommended. Take your doctor’s advice to treat your runny nose and cold.
Disclaimer:The contents of this website are for informational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
PRODUCT DETAILS
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Country of Origin
INDIA
Composition
RASAGILINE 1MG
Packing Size
100 Tablet(s)
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