Selgin 10mg Tablet

Selegiline (10mg)

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Selgin 10mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat Parkinson's disease. It helps to provide better control of body movements and prevents excessive shaking and stiffness.

Written By Dr. Swati Mishra, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology,
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:06 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Selegiline (10mg)

Marketer

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Selgin 10mg Tablet can be taken alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should never skip any doses and try to finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can result in confusion, stiff muscles, and a high fever.

Some common side effects of this medicine include joint pain, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), peripheral edema (swelling in the extremities, especially lower limbs), influenza or cold-like symptoms, depression, dyspepsia (indigestion), and cough.

It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. You should undergo periodic examinations to detect skin cancer while taking this medicine as it increases the risk of developing cancer. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood, hallucinations, an abnormally high sex drive, an urge to gamble, or uncontrolled spending as these may prove very harmful.

Uses of Selgin Tablet

Parkinson's disease

Benefits of Selgin Tablet

Parkinson's disease
Selgin 10mg Tablet relieves symptoms of Parkinson's disease such as tremors, muscle stiffness, and difficulty moving. It increases the amount of a chemical called dopamine in the brain which helps in the coordination of body movements. This medicine can therefore enhance the quality of life by improving the ability to carry out daily functions in a better manner.

Side effects of Selgin Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Selgin

Joint pain
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Peripheral edema
Flu-like symptoms
Depression
Indigestion
Cough

How to use Selgin Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Selgin 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Selgin Tablet works

Selgin 10mg Tablet works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Selgin 10mg 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 Selgin 10mg 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Selgin 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Selgin 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Selgin 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Selgin 10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Selgin 10mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Selgin 10mg Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Selgin 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Selgin 10mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Is Selgin 10mg Tablet safe?

Selgin 10mg Tablet is safe if used at doses and for duration advised by your doctor

Is Selgin 10mg Tablet a stimulant?

Selgin 10mg Tablet can stimulate the brain to cause mood changes, anxiety, agitation, hallucinations, confusion, sleep disturbances etc

Is Selgin 10mg Tablet addictive?

Selgin 10mg Tablet is not addictive

Does Selgin 10mg Tablet need to be tapered?

Selgin 10mg Tablet needs to be tapered and should not be suddenly stopped as it may cause fever, sweating, stiff muscles, and loss of consciousness if abruptly discontinued

Is Selgin 10mg Tablet neuroprotective?

Selgin 10mg Tablet is neuroprotective as it slows the progression of Parkinson's disease

Does Selgin 10mg Tablet cause weight loss/weight gain?

Selgin 10mg Tablet causes weight loss.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Amphetamines Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

MAO-B Inhibitors

References

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Aminoff MJ. Pharmacologic Management of Parkinsonism & Other Movement Disorders. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 476.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1251-52.
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Marketer details

Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.

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Country of origin: India

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