Zafimove 50mg Tablet
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Safinamide (50mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Carboxylic acid and derivatives |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
Action Class | MAO-B Inhibitors |
User Rating | 4.4 |
User Reviews | 392 |
FAQ
Zafimove 50mg Tablet Reviews
Zafimove 50mg can be taken alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food, but preferably take it in the morning. 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 cough, involuntary muscle movemtn, fall, nausea, and insomnia (difficulty sleeping). 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. It is suggested to reduce/avoid a high-protein diet (eg.meat, poultry, and dairy products) while taking Zafimove 50mg as it can cause unsafe high blood pressure.
You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
How Zafimove 50mg Tablet Works
How to Use Zafimove 50mg Tablet
Benefits of Zafimove 50mg Tablet
- In Parkinson's disease: Zafimove 50mg is an effective medication to relieve 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 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.
Uses of Zafimove 50mg Tablet
- Parkinson's disease
Zafimove 50mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Reduce/avoid a high-protein diet (eg.meat, poultry, and dairy products) while you are taking the medicine as it may cause an unsafe rise in your blood pressure.
- Talk to your doctor in case you develop hallucinations or other changes in your behavior.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Zafimove 50mg can make you very sleepy.
- Zafimove 50mg can be taken with or without food or as directed by your doctor.
- Do not stop taking Zafimove 50mg without first talking to your doctor. Sudden stopping may cause confusion, stiff muscles and a high fever.
References
- Blair HA, Dhillon S. Safinamide: A Review in Parkinson's Disease. CNS Drugs. 2017;31(2):169-176.
- Safinamide [Prescribing Information]. Louisville, KY: US WorldMeds, LLC; 2017.
- Safinamide methansulfonate [EMC SmPC]. Chichester, West Sussex: Profile Pharma Limited; 2015 [revised 19 Sep. 2019].
- Safinamide [FDA Label]. Louisville, KY: US WorldMeds, LLC; 2017.