Expert advice for Eldepryl Tablet
You have been prescribed Eldepryl 10 mg Tablet to treat your symptoms of Parkinson's disease. It should preferably be taken with breakfast or lunch as taking it late in the day may cause trouble sleeping. It can an make you dizzy or lightheaded, especially when you suddenly stand up from sitting or laying down. Thus get out of bed slowly, resting your feet on the floor for a few minutes before standing up. Avoid eating foods high in tyramine (eg. aged cheeses, air-dried meats, soy sauce, tap/draft beers and red wines) while taking Eldepryl 10 mg Tablet, since it can cause an unsafe rise in your blood pressure. Don't stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor, since it can be dangerous. Parkinson's disease can increase your risk for skin cancer. Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual growth or bumps on your skin. Let your doctor know if you are also taking medicines for depression or mood disorders.
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Composition
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Selegiline (10mg) |
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Side Effect
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Common
Side Effects of Eldepryl are Joint pain, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Peripheral edema, Influenza like symptoms, Depression, Dyspepsia, Cough. |
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How to works
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How Eldepryl Tablet works
Eldepryl 10 mg Tablet works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain. |
