Selgin Tablet 10's

Question 1

How does Selgin Tablet 10's work?

Accepted Answer

Selgin Tablet 10's contains Selegiline, an antiparkinson agent that works by inhibiting the action of monoamine oxidase-B enzyme that naturally breaks down dopamine. Thereby, increases dopamine in the brain and restores its levels. Thus, improves the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

Question 2

What foods are to be avoided while taking Selgin Tablet 10's?

Accepted Answer

You recommend avoiding tyramine rich foods such as broad beans, Bovril, mature cheese, fermented soya bean products or yeast extracts as it may cause severe high blood pressure.

Question 3

Does Selgin Tablet 10's cause low blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Selgin Tablet 10's may cause low blood pressure in some patients, especially while standing up suddenly from a sitting or lying down position and cause symptoms such as dizziness, sweating, nausea or fainting. Hence, to avoid orthostatic hypotension, you are recommended to get up slowly after lying down or sitting.

Question 4

Is Selgin Tablet 10's safe for glaucoma patients?

Accepted Answer

Selgin Tablet 10's is not recommended for glaucoma (damage of optic nerve that is essential for good vision) patients as it may increase the fluid pressure inside the eye. However, regular monitoring of pressure in the eyes is recommended while on treatment with Selgin Tablet 10's.

Question 5

Can I take Selgin Tablet 10's with escitalopram?

Accepted Answer

You are recommended to avoid taking Selgin Tablet 10's with escitalopram as it may lead to a severe condition called ‘serotonin syndrome’ and cause symptoms such as blurred vision, stomach cramps, diarrhoea, hallucination, extreme changes in blood pressure, confusion, excessive sweating, increased heart rate, fever, shivering or shaking, tremor, incoordination, muscle spasm or stiffness. However, please consult a doctor before taking Selgin Tablet 10's with other medicines.

Question 6

Does Selgin Tablet 10's cure Parkinson’s disease?

Accepted Answer

No, Selgin Tablet 10's does not cure Parkinson’s disease. Selgin Tablet 10's is only used to reduce the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

Question 7

With which drugs I should avoid taking Selgin Tablet 10's?

Accepted Answer

Selgin Tablet 10's should not be used with pain killers like meperidine, tramadol, methadone, propoxyphene and cough syrups containing dextromethorphan. Using together can cause severe side effects and can worsen your present condition.

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