Azilect is a brand name medication used to treat symptoms of Parkinson’s disease such as stiffness, slow movement and shakiness. It is an MAO-B inhibitor.
Why do doctors prescribe this drug?
Doctors prescribe Azilect to balance the level of certain brain chemicals which are responsible for the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, like shakiness and difficulty moving. In the initial stages of the disease, Azilect is often used alone (monotherapy). As the disease progresses, your doctor may prescribe additional medication to manage the symptoms.
How does Rasagiline work?
It is thought that Parkinson’s disease is caused by reduced levels of certain chemicals in the brain such as dopamine. Rasagiline is the generic ingredient in Azilect and it works by increasing levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine, thereby improving symptoms such as muscle rigidity.
How and when to take this drug
The recommended and maximum dose is 1mg taken orally once daily. Azilect can be taken with or without food.
Azilect side effects
headache
flu-like symptoms
musculoskeletal pain
joint pain
depression
urinary urgency
indigestion
falls
These may not be all the side effects of Azilect.
Contraindications
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. You should not take take Azilect if you have moderate to severe liver disease. If you are taking certain drugs like Demerol, Dextromethorphan, Cyclobenzaprine, other MAO inhibitors, pain medication or St. John’s Wort, do not use the drug.
Precautions
Some people feel sleepy with this medication so it is very important not to drive until you know how Azilect affects you. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding.
Storage
Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Store at room temperature.
Azilect is a brand name medication used to treat symptoms of Parkinson’s disease such as stiffness, slow movement and shakiness. It is an MAO-B inhibitor.
Why do doctors prescribe this drug?
Doctors prescribe Azilect to balance the level of certain brain chemicals which are responsible for the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, like shakiness and difficulty moving. In the initial stages of the disease, Azilect is often used alone (monotherapy). As the disease progresses, your doctor may prescribe additional medication to manage the symptoms.
How does Rasagiline work?
It is thought that Parkinson’s disease is caused by reduced levels of certain chemicals in the brain such as dopamine. Rasagiline is the generic ingredient in Azilect and it works by increasing levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine, thereby improving symptoms such as muscle rigidity.
How and when to take this drug
The recommended and maximum dose is 1mg taken orally once daily. Azilect can be taken with or without food.
Azilect side effects
headache
flu-like symptoms
musculoskeletal pain
joint pain
depression
urinary urgency
indigestion
falls
These may not be all the side effects of Azilect.
Contraindications
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. You should not take take Azilect if you have moderate to severe liver disease. If you are taking certain drugs like Demerol, Dextromethorphan, Cyclobenzaprine, other MAO inhibitors, pain medication or St. John’s Wort, do not use the drug.
Precautions
Some people feel sleepy with this medication so it is very important not to drive until you know how Azilect affects you. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding.
Storage
Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Store at room temperature.
