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Tetrabenazine 12.5mg

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Atrest 12.5mg Tablet 10s

Atrest 12.5mg Tablet 10s

Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
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Benefits

Huntington's diseaseHuntington's disease

In Huntington's disease Huntington?s disease is a rare inherited disease that results in the death of nerve cells in the brain. As a result, there are problems with mental as well as physical functions. The affected person has coordination issues, impaired thinking, uncontrollable movements etc. Atrest 12.5 Tablet helps to treat these symptoms and also controls these jerky movements. This medicine can therefore enhance the quality of life by improving the ability to carry out daily functions in a better manner.In Huntington's disease Huntington?s disease is a rare inherited disease that results in the death of nerve cells in the brain. As a result, there are problems with mental as well as physical functions. The affected person has coordination issues, impaired thinking, uncontrollable movements etc. Atrest 12.5 Tablet helps to treat these symptoms and also controls these jerky 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

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.

How to use

Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Atrest 12.5 Tablet can be taken it with or without food, although it's advisable to take it consistently at the same time.Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Atrest 12.5 Tablet can be taken it with or without food, although it's advisable to take it consistently at the same time.

How it works

Atrest 12.5 Tablet works by depleting the stores of certain chemical messengers in the brain that helps in controlling body movements.Atrest 12.5 Tablet works by depleting the stores of certain chemical messengers in the brain that helps in controlling body movements.

Alcohol

Unsafe: Avoid consuming alcohol with Atrest 12.5 Tablet as it is deemed unsafe.Unsafe: Avoid consuming alcohol with Atrest 12.5 Tablet as it is deemed unsafe.

Pregnancy

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Atrest 12.5 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. Doctor consultation is advised.Seek medical advice from your doctor: Atrest 12.5 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. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Atrest 12.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.Seek medical advice from your doctor: Atrest 12.5 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

Not Safe: Atrest 12.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.Not Safe: Atrest 12.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Atrest 12.5 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Doctor consultation is advised. However, caution is advised in these patients.Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Atrest 12.5 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Doctor consultation is advised. However, caution is advised in these patients.

Liver

Not Safe: Atrest 12.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Doctor consultation is advised.Not Safe: Atrest 12.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Doctor consultation is advised.

What if I forget to take it?

If a dose of Atrest 12.5 Tablet is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.If a dose of Atrest 12.5 Tablet is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.

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CENTAUR HOUSE, Near Grand Hyatt, Vakola ,Santacruz ‚ East, Mumbai ‚ 400 055, India.

Frequently asked questions

No, Atrest 12.5mg Tab 10s should be swallowed whole. If you can't swallow it, consult your doctor for alternatives.
Atrest 12.5mg Tab 10s is not an antipsychotic; it is a VMAT2 inhibitor that alters brain activity affecting muscles and nerves.
Atrest 12.5mg Tab 10s may lower blood pressure, potentially causing dizziness or fainting. Stand up slowly to minimize these effects.
No, do not stop Atrest 12.5mg Tab 10s suddenly without consulting your doctor, as it may lead to serious side effects.
Avoid alcohol, as it can increase sleepiness caused by Atrest 12.5mg Tab 10s. Consult your doctor about potential interactions.
Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel sleepy while taking Atrest 12.5mg Tab 10s.
Atrest 12.5mg Tab 10s may increase the risk of depression or suicidal thoughts in patients with Huntington's disease, especially if they also have depression.

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References

  • 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. 480

  • 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. 1337-38

  • Tetrabenazine. Washington, DC: Prestwick Pharmaceutical; 2008 (19 Mar. 2019)

  • Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) (22 Mar. 2019)

  • Tetrabenazine (07 Aug. 2023)

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