About Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's
Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's belongs to a class of drugs called antiparkinson agents, which are used in combination with other drugs for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement and locomotion. It causes stiffness, shaking, and difficulty in walking, coordination and balance.
Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's contains 'safinamide', belonging to the group of medications called monoamine oxidase type B (MAO-B) inhibitors. It works by increasing the amount of dopamine (a natural substance that is needed to control movement) in the brain.
Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's may cause common side effects like cough, depression, indigestion, flu-like symptoms, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), joint pain, and peripheral oedema. Most of these side effects of Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Please inform your doctor if you are using any medications other than Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor. Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's is not recommended in albinism, retinal degeneration, uveitis, inherited retinopathy or severe progressive diabetic retinopathy. Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients like schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or unusual emotions), bipolar disorder (mood that changes from depressed to abnormally excited), or psychosis; or if you have high or low blood pressure; dyskinesia (abnormal movements); or sleep problems. Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's may cause serotonin syndrome when used with MAO inhibitors, antidepressants, or opioid drugs.
Uses of Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's
Parkinson's disease
Medicinal Benefits
Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's belongs to a class of drugs called antiparkinson agents, which are used in combination with other drugs for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of Parkinson's disease. It works by increasing the amount of dopamine (a natural substance needed to control movement) in the brain. Thereby improving the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.
Directions for Use
Swallow Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's as a whole with water. Do not chew, crush or break it.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side Effects of Xafinact 50 Tablet 10's
Cough
Depression
Indigestion
Flu-like symptoms
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Joint pain
Peripheral oedema.