Selerin 5mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Selerin 5mg Tablet

Selegiline(5mg)

food interaction for Selerin Tablet

alcohol interaction for Selerin Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Selerin Tablet

lactation interaction for Selerin Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Selerin 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Selerin 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Selerin 5mg 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Selerin 5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Selerin 5mg Tablet

Selegiline(5mg)

Selerin tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease.

How selerin tablet works

Selerin 5mg Tablet works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.

Common side effects of selerin tablet

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

SUBSTITUTES FOR Selerin Tablet

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  • Elegelin 5mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
    Rs. 3.62/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 37.32
    pay 15% more per Tablet
  • Jumax 5mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 3.58/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 36.93
    pay 14% more per Tablet
  • Selgelin 5mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    D D Pharmaceuticals
    Rs. 6.93/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 71.50
    pay 120% more per Tablet

Expert advice FOR Selerin Tablet

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR Selerin 5mg Tablet

Selegiline

Q. Is Selerin 5mg Tablet safe?
Selerin 5mg Tablet is safe if used at doses and for duration advised by your doctor
Q. Is Selerin 5mg Tablet a stimulant?
Selerin 5mg Tablet can stimulate the brain to cause mood changes, anxiety, agitation, hallucinations, confusion, sleep disturbances etc
Q. Is Selerin 5mg Tablet addictive?
Selerin 5mg Tablet is not addictive
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Q. Does Selerin 5mg Tablet need to be tapered?
Selerin 5mg 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 Selerin 5mg Tablet neuroprotective?
Selerin 5mg Tablet is neuroprotective as it slows the progression of Parkinson's disease
Q. Does Selerin 5mg Tablet cause weight loss/weight gain?
Selerin 5mg Tablet causes weight loss.

Content on this page was last updated on 23 August, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)