TETRABENAZINE

Overview

TETRABENAZINE is a Schedule H drug.
Tetrabenazine reduces the amount of certain chemicals in the body that are overly active in people with Huntington’s disease.Tetrabenazine works by depleting the stores of certain chemical messengers in the brain that helps in control body movement.

Usage

TETRABENAZINE is generally used to treat: Huntington’s Disease
TETRABENAZINE can address symptoms like: Memory Problems, Slurred Speech, Body Difficulty Walking, Difficulty Swallowing, Restless Or Irritability, Anxiety, Lack Of Emotion

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

• You should not use tetrabenazine if you have severe or untreated depression, suicidal thoughts, liver disease, or if you have taken reserpine in the past 20 days.
• Do not use tetrabenazine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days.
• You should not use tetrabenazine if you are allergic to it.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.
• Do not use tetrabenazine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• You should not stop using tetrabenazine suddenly or your symptoms may return.
• Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose
• Tetrabenazine may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant and/or breastfeeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

TETRABENAZINE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision, Dizziness, Eyes Jerking Eye Movements, Eyes Blinking Eyes, Mood Swings, Nausea, Vomit, Hallucinations, Legs Shaking, Hands Shaking, Body Excessive Sweating, Unusual Facial Expression, Muscle Stiffness

Common Side-Effects

TETRABENAZINE : Diarrhoea, Insomnia, Depression, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Depressed Mood, Nausea, Anxiety, Agitation, Restless Or Irritability, Body Pain, Chills, Cough, Nervousness, Fever, Head Headache, Nasal Congestion, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Pain With Urination

Serious Side-Effects

TETRABENAZINE : Breast Engorgement, Difficulty Breathing, Difficulty Swallowing, Loss Of Appetite, Loss Of Balance, Loss Of Voice, Slurred Speech, Arms Stiffness, Legs Stiffness, Hands Shaking, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Concentrating, Difficulty Talking, Chest Discomfort, Body Difficulty Walking, Wheezing, Easy Bruising

Rare Side-Effects

TETRABENAZINE : Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, Acute Kidney Failure, Irregular Heartbeat, Muscle Stiffness, Confusion, Body Excessive Sweating, Dark Colored (brown) Urine

Disease Interactions

TETRABENAZINE can interfere with: Heart Arrhythmias, Depression, Acute Liver Failure, Huntington’s Disease, Dysphagia, Hyperprolactinaemia, Breast Cancer, Osteoporosis, Hypotension, Syncope

Technical Classification

TETRABENAZINE is categorized as: VMAT2 INHIBITORS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with TETRABENAZINE as Ingredient

REVOCON 25MG TAB	TETRABENAZINE 25.0 MG
REVOCON TAB	TETRABENAZINE 25 MG
TIC STOP 25MG TAB	TETRABENAZINE 25 MG
TICSTOP 25MG TAB	TETRABENAZINE 25.0 MG