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Selegiline - oral

(seh-ledge-uh-leen)

common brand names: Carbex, Eldepryl

Related Drugs : Selegiline HCL, Selegiline HCL, Seligiline HCL

Selegiline HCL Usage: this med is used to treat Parkinson's disease. it is used along with levodopa or levodopa/carbidopa to make it more effective.

How to use Selegiline HCL: Take this pill as prescribed. do not increase you're dose or take it more often than directed. it may take few weeks for the full benefits about the drug to be noticed. do not stop taking it drug without first consulting you're pharmacist.

Selegiline HCL side effects: this med may cause stomach upset, loss about appetite, nausea, heartburn or dry mouth. These effects must subside as your body adjusts to med. If they continue or become bothersome, inform your pharmacist. To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute. Infrequently, this drug may increase the skin's sensitivity to sunlight. If this happens to you, avoid prolonged sun exposure, wear protective clothing & use sunscreen. Avoid sunlamps. it drug can cause dizziness and lightheadedness especially during 1st some days of therapy. Avoid tasks requiring alertness if you experience these effects. Notify your doctor promptly if you develop any of the following side effects: severe headache, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, tremors, clumsiness, confusion, involuntary movements (especially of hands or face), nightmares, hallucinations, difficulty breathing, difficulty urinating. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact youre doctor or physician.

Selegiline HCL Precautions: Before using this medication, tell your doctor your medical history, especially about: peptic ulcer, allergies (especially drug allergies). Selegiline should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks and benefits with you're doctor. Its not known if this drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

Selegiline HCL drug interactions: this drug shouldnot be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur: apraclonidine, brimonidine, bethanidine, bupropion, buspirone, carbamazepine, dextromethorphan, entacapone, herbal products (e.g., ma huang), indoramin, meperidine, papaverine, sibutramine, SSRI antidepressants (e.g., fluoxetine, citalopram), sympathomimetics (e.g., methylphenidate, ephedrine), tolcapone, tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline, doxepin), 'triptans' (e.g., sumatriptan, zolmitriptan). If you are currently using any of these medications, tell your physician or pharmacist before starting selegiline. Before using this drug, be sure to tell your pharmacist what medicines (both prescription & nonprescription) you taking, including: levodopa, insulin & oral antidiabetic drugs, other MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine), tryptophan, sedatives & drugs used to aid sleep, drugs used for blood pressure. Consult your doctor about the need to watch your intake about foods containing tyramine. It's possible consuming tyramine- containing foods while using this pill could cause headache and/or increased blood pressure & could lead to medical emergency. Tyramine food precautions must be observed for in least 2 weeks after you stop using this medication. next is a partial list of tyramine-containing foods: Meat or Fish - pickled herring/liver/dry sausage/salami/meats prepared with tenderizer; Dairy - yogurt/sour cream/aged cheeses (cream or cottage cheese okay); Beverages - beer/red wine/sherry - Avoid excessive amount of caffeine-containing colas/coffee/tea; Fruits & Vegetables - avocado/bananas/figs/raisins/broad beans/sauerkraut; other - yeast extract/soy sauce/large amounts of chocolate. don't start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Selegiline HCL Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may be absent since up to 12 hours and may include excitement, irritability, restlessness, dizziness, weakness, drowsiness, flushing, sweating, fast heartbeat, headache, confusion, and seizures.

Selegiline HCL special notes: do not share this drug with others.

If you missed Selegiline HCL dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if It's almost time for next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Selegiline HCL Storage: Store at room temperature away from sunlight & moisture.

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Selegiline