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About Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's

Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's is in a class of medications called vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitors. It is used in the treatment of Huntington's disease. Huntington's disease (HD) is an inherited disease that causes certain nerve cells in the brain to waste away. People are born with a defective genes.

Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's contains tetrabenazine, which works by depleting the stores of certain chemical messengers in the brain that helps in controlling body movements.

Use Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's are nausea, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), anxiety, fatigue, sleepiness, akathisia (inability to stay still), and depression. Most of these side effects fade away gradually over time without the need for medical intervention. However, consult your doctor if you experience these side effects frequently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue using Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not use Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's without a doctor's advice if you have a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Consult your doctor before using Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's in more than prescribed doses or longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's to rule out any side effects.

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Uses of Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's

Huntington's disease

Medicinal Benefits

Overactive secretion of chemicals like serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine in the brain causes degeneration of nerves, due to which you may lose the ability to control your thoughts, emotions, or movements. This Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's works by reducing the overactivity of these natural substances in the brain that transmits signals between the nerves and, in turn, lowers brain signals that trigger involuntary muscle movements.

Side Effects of Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's

  • Nausea
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Anxiety
  • Fatigue
  • Sleepiness
  • Akathisia (inability to stay still)
  • Depression

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

You may have unusual changes in mood or behaviour, trouble sitting still, or feel nervous and irritable. Sit or stand slowly if you feel dizzy. Check the progress of Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's at regular doctor visits and keep track of the symptoms and side effects if you notice any. It may make some people severely depressed and increase the risks of suicidal thoughts and tendencies. Do not take these medicines together with other medications such as risperidone and MAO inhibitors. Do not use if you are severely depressed and are on current treatment with antidepressants.

Therapeutic Class

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TetrabenazineMetoclopramide
Critical
TetrabenazineZiprasidone
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TetrabenazineMetoclopramide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's and Metoclopramide can increase the risk of side effects like uncontrolled movement disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's and Metoclopramide together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle spasms or movements that you can't stop or control, such as lip smacking, chewing, frowning or scowling, tongue thrusting, teeth clenching, jaw twitching, blinking, eye-rolling, shaking or jerking of arms and legs, tremor, restlessness, and foot tapping, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TetrabenazineZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's with Ziprasidone together can raise the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's with Ziprasidone together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience drowsiness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
TetrabenazineSparfloxacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's:
Taking Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's and Sparfloxacin can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's with Sparfloxacin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TetrabenazineCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Cisapride and Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cisapride and Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhoea, or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
TetrabenazineProcarbazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Procarbazine and Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Procarbazine and Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness, speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
TetrabenazineTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Tranylcypromine and Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine and Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
TetrabenazineSelegiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's with Selegiline together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by a doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, fits, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, or lightheadedness. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
TetrabenazineFurazolidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's:
Combining Furazolidone and Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone and Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness, speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
TetrabenazineIsocarboxazid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Isocarboxazid and Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Isocarboxazid and Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness, speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
TetrabenazinePimozide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Pimozide and Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pimozide and Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhoea, or vomiting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • CLOZAPINE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a healthy weight. Stay physically active.
  • Consume fresh fruits and vegetables. Avoid spicy, salty, and deep-fried foods. Eating healthy can help you to recover faster.
  • Avoid tea, coffee, and cold drinks.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated. Fluids are necessary to maintain blood flow in your body.
  • Avoid the intake of alcoholic beverages as it can make you dehydrated and also can affect your sleep.
  • Avoid physical and psychological stress.

Habit Forming

No

Disease/Condition Glossary

Huntington's disease is a condition in which bodily movements cannot be controlled. People with this disease have excess stores of certain natural substances secreted by the brain, causing uncontrollable body movements. Ticfree 25 Tablet 10's acts by depleting the availability of these extra chemicals that affects the activity of muscles and nerves. These movements may be sudden, irregular, shaky, and jerky. You can experience dizziness, lightheadedness, decreased appetite, difficulty speaking, and trouble swallowing. This disease occurs when the genes from the ancestors or immediate family members are passed to the next generations. It is an inherited disease, and not everyone gets it.

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