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Composition :

SAFINAMIDE-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Safiron 100mg Tablet

Safiron 100mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antiparkinson agents, which are used in combination with other drugs for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement and locomotion. It causes stiffness, shaking, and difficulty in walking, coordination and balance. 

Safiron 100mg Tablet contains 'safinamide', belonging to the group of medications called monoamine oxidase type B (MAO-B) inhibitors. It works by increasing the amount of dopamine (a natural substance that is needed to control movement) in the brain.

Safiron 100mg Tablet may cause common side effects like cough, depression, indigestion, flu-like symptoms, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), joint pain, and peripheral oedema. Most of these side effects of  Safiron 100mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Safiron 100mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Please inform your doctor if you are using any medications other than Safiron 100mg Tablet. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor. Safiron 100mg Tablet is not recommended in albinism, retinal degeneration, uveitis, inherited retinopathy or severe progressive diabetic retinopathy. Safiron 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients like schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or unusual emotions), bipolar disorder (mood that changes from depressed to abnormally excited), or psychosis; or if you have high or low blood pressure; dyskinesia (abnormal movements); or sleep problems. Safiron 100mg Tablet may cause serotonin syndrome when used with MAO inhibitors, antidepressants, or opioid drugs.

Uses of Safiron 100mg Tablet

Parkinson's disease

Directions for Use

Swallow Safiron 100mg Tablet as a whole with water. Do not chew, crush or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Safiron 100mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antiparkinson agents, which are used in combination with other drugs for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of Parkinson's disease. It works by increasing the amount of dopamine (a natural substance needed to control movement) in the brain. Thereby improving the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Safiron 100mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Please inform your doctor if you are using any medications other than Safiron 100mg Tablet. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor. Safiron 100mg Tablet is not recommended in albinism, retinal degeneration, uveitis, inherited retinopathy or severe progressive diabetic retinopathy. Safiron 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients like schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or unusual emotions), bipolar disorder (mood that changes from depressed to abnormally excited), or psychosis; or if you have high or low blood pressure; dyskinesia (abnormal movements); or sleep problems. Safiron 100mg Tablet should be used caution with liver diseases. Safiron 100mg Tablet may cause serotonin syndrome when used with MAO inhibitors, antidepressants or opioid drugs. A combination of MAOIs and dextromethorphan has been reported to cause episodes of psychosis or abnormal behaviour.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • A balanced diet is essential to show improvement in Parkinson's disease, including grains and leafy foods, as this food is rich in vitamins, fibres, and minerals. With this food, one should also include dairy items, protein-rich nourishments, for example, meat and beans, and solid fats found in nuts, olive oil, fish, and eggs in their diet. However, limit the consumption of sugar.
  • Avoid intake of high-protein foods like soy protein, fish, eggs, chicken, beef, and pork. Eat more whole-grain foods such as whole wheat bread, oatmeal, brown rice or pasta.
  • Eat more fibre-rich foods to ease constipation.
  • Drink plenty of water to avoid headaches due to dehydration.
  • Avoid the consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPARKINSON AGENTS

FAQs

Safiron 100mg Tablet works by increasing the amount of dopamine (a natural substance needed to control movement) in the brain. Thereby improving the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

Do not double the dosage to compensate for a missed one. One can skip the missed portion and take the next dosage at the standard time of the following day.

Yes, Safiron 100mg Tablet is not recommended in albinism (an inherited condition that causes a lack of colour in the skin, hair and eyes), retinal degeneration, uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye (uvea)), inherited retinopathy or severe progressive diabetic retinopathy.

Do not stop Safiron 100mg Tablet suddenly; it may cause side effects like confusion, stiff muscles and a high fever. So please consult your doctor before stopping the medicine.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DICLOFENAC
  • TRAMADOL
  • FLUOXETINE
  • BUPROPION
  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • BALOFLOXACIN
  • CIPROFLOXACIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • ROSUVASTATIN
  • PITAVASTATIN
  • PRAVASTATIN
  • METHOTREXATE
  • GLYBURIDE
  • MEPERIDINE
  • METHADONE
  • PROPOXYPHENE
  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • LINEZOLID
  • METHYLENE BLUE
  • MOCLOBEMIDE
  • PHENELZINE
  • PROCARBAZINE
  • RASAGILINE
  • SELEGILINE
  • TRANYLCYPROMINE
  • DEXTROMETHORPHAN
  • TOPOTECAN

Special Advise

  • Talk to your doctor if you develop hallucinations or other changes in your behaviour.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Parkinson’s disease: It is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement due to damage of nerve cells in the brain which reduces the levels of dopamine and leads to symptoms such as stiffness, tremor in one hand, shaking, difficulty in walking, coordination and balance. This condition can last for many years or life-long. Treatment with medicines and physiotherapy may help control the symptoms and provide a quality life for as long as possible.

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