rasagiline 0.5 mg

About rasagiline 0.5 mg

Rasagail 0.5, containing the active ingredient rasagiline 0.5 mg, is a medication specifically designed to manage and alleviate the motor symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that occurs due to the degeneration of dopamine-producing nerve cells in the brain, leading to difficulties in movement control such as tremors, stiffness, and slow movements. Rasagiline 0.5 mg belongs to a class of drugs known as selective monoamine oxidase B (MAO-B) inhibitors. These drugs work by inhibiting the enzyme MAO-B, which naturally breaks down dopamine in the brain. By blocking this enzyme, rasagiline increases and prolongs dopamine activity, helping to improve motor functions and certain non-motor symptoms in Parkinson's patients.

It is used both as a stand-alone treatment in the early stages of Parkinson's and also as an adjunct therapy alongside other Parkinson's medications, such as levodopa. Rasagiline has demonstrated efficacy not only in reducing motor symptoms but also in addressing issues like fatigue, depression, and improving the overall quality of life for patients. This medicine is available in oral tablet form with dosages typically at 0.5 mg and 1 mg.

Uses of Rasagail 0.5

• Helps improve motor functions by increasing dopamine levels in the brain.

• Reduces symptoms such as tremors, muscle stiffness, slow movements, and unsteadiness.

• Used alone in early Parkinsons disease or combined with levodopa for advanced stages to reduce 'off' time (periods when medication effects wear off and symptoms return).

• May help with non-motor symptoms including fatigue and depression experienced by Parkinson's patients.

• Enhances the overall control of Parkinson's disease symptoms for better daily functioning.

Side Effects of Rasagail 0.5

• Headache

• Stomach pain or discomfort

• Involuntary muscle movements (dyskinesia)

• Dizziness or lightheadedness

• Allergic reactions such as rash or itching

• General feeling of illness or weakness

• Neck pain or chest pain

• Risk of increased drowsiness or sudden sleep onset, especially if combined with alcohol