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Rasagiline Tablets 0.5 mg (Rasagiline Mesilate)

Rasagiline Tablets 0.5 mg (Rasagiline Mesilate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Rasagiline Mesylate›0.78mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Myungin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round tablet engraved with “MI” on one side and “L” on the other
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201907385 · Approved 2019.10.22 · Insurance code 651904850

Summary

Main use
Treatment of idiopathic Parkinson's disease
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
This medicine is administered orally to adults once daily as monotherapy or adjunctive therapy. 1) Monotherapy or adjunctive therapy to a dopamine agonist: Administer 1mg orally once daily. 2) Adjunctive therapy to levodopa: The recommended starting dose for patients taking levodopa is 0.5mg once daily. If well tolerated but an adequate clinical response is not achieved, the dose may be increased to 1mg once daily. This medicine may be taken with or without food.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Myungin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of idiopathic Parkinson's disease

  • Idiopathic Parkinson's disease
  • motor fluctuations
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This medication is used for the treatment of idiopathic Parkinson's disease. Initially, it can be used alone or as an adjunct to dopamine agonists to manage symptoms. It also serves as an adjunct to levodopa treatment in cases of motor fluctuations, which occur when the effect of medication diminishes. This helps improve patients' motor function and enhances their quality of daily life.

How to take

Adult dose

This medicine is administered orally to adults once daily as monotherapy or adjunctive therapy. 1) Monotherapy or adjunctive therapy to a dopamine agonist: Administer 1mg orally once daily. 2) Adjunctive therapy to levodopa: The recommended starting dose for patients taking levodopa is 0.5mg once daily. If well tolerated but an adequate clinical response is not achieved, the dose may be increased to 1mg once daily. This medicine may be taken with or without food.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by patients who are allergic to its active ingredient or any other components. Moreover, it may cause serious side effects when taken together with other MAO inhibitors or certain pain relievers and cold medications; hence, patients taking such medications should not use this product. Patients with moderate to severe liver dysfunction should not take this medication, and those with mild liver impairment should use caution when taking it. Various side effects such as headaches, dizziness, nausea, insomnia, and skin rashes may occur during treatment; if symptoms are severe or persist, consultation with a physician is recommended. This medication is intended for Parkinson's disease patients, and attention should be paid to any mental symptoms such as hallucinations or depression, as changes in mental status should be closely monitored. Additionally, during treatment, blood pressure changes, especially severe issues such as hypotension or hypertension crises, may occur; thus, regular blood pressure monitoring is necessary. When used with dopamine-related medications, drowsiness or sudden sleep may occur, necessitating care when driving or operating machinery. During pregnancy or breastfeeding, the safety of this medication has not been established, and consultation with a physician prior to use is a must. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been proven in children, and no special dosage adjustments are needed for the elderly. In case of overdose, symptoms such as severe blood pressure elevation, confusion, and seizures may present, warranting immediate medical attention for appropriate treatment. This medication should be stored in a cool place, protected from direct sunlight, and secured out of reach of children.

Side effects

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  • decreased appetite
  • depression
  • hallucinations
  • headache
  • cerebrovascular accident
  • conjunctivitis
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  • dizziness
  • angina
  • myocardial infarction
  • rhinitis
  • swelling
  • dermatitis
  • vesicular rash
  • musculoskeletal pain
  • cervical pain
  • arthritis
  • urgency
  • fever
  • malaise
  • peripheral edema
  • falls
  • arthralgia
  • low back pain
  • cough
  • insomnia
  • upper respiratory infection
  • orthostatic hypotension
  • nausea
  • constipation
  • vomiting
  • dry mouth
  • diarrhea
  • abdominal pain
  • indigestion
  • hernia
  • infection
  • gingivitis
  • accidental injury
  • weight loss
  • tendinitis
  • movement disorders
  • drowsiness
  • sensory disturbances
  • ataxia
  • muscle tone abnormalities
  • myasthenia
  • anorexia
  • abnormal dreams
  • respiratory distress
  • rash
  • hyperhidrosis
  • petechiae
  • melanoma
  • confusion
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • balance disorders
  • hypertension
  • pathological gambling
  • increased libido
  • hypersexuality
  • compulsive shopping or purchasing
  • binge eating
  • compulsive eating
  • hypotension
  • excessive drowsiness
  • acute renal failure
  • spinal fracture
  • rib fracture
  • ligament injury
  • pelvic fracture
  • leg fracture
  • upper limb fracture
  • low back pain
  • knee arthroplasty
  • herniated disc
  • hypoglycemia
  • weight loss
  • urinary difficulty
  • malignant hyperthermia
  • general weakness
  • pulmonary tuberculosis
  • hallucinations
  • semi-coma
  • gait disturbances
  • ocular movement seizures
  • facial paralysis
  • spinal canal stenosis
  • worsening of Parkinson's disease
  • subdural hemorrhage
  • pneumonia
  • myalgia
  • osteoporosis
  • limb weakness
  • unspecified abrasion
  • scoliosis
  • thirst
  • hematuria
  • frequent urination
  • vaginitis
  • conjunctival injection
  • diplopia
  • vision impairment
  • skin thickening
  • palpitations
  • arrhythmia
  • gastrointestinal discomfort
  • gas reflux
  • excessive salivation
  • irritable bowel syndrome
  • fissured tongue
  • increased bowel movement frequency
  • unspecified gastrointestinal disease
  • esophagitis
  • hyperacidity
  • gastroesophageal reflux
  • gastric irritation
  • gastritis
  • intestinal motility disorders
  • periodontitis
  • Helicobacter pylori gastritis
  • anemia
  • leg pain
  • chest pain
  • syncope
  • periorbital edema
  • facial flushing
  • pain
  • delusion
  • sleep disorders
  • aggression
  • amnesia
  • memory impairment
  • lethargy
  • sleep talking
  • psychosexual disorders
  • skin tingling
  • tremors
  • freezing phenomenon
  • limb tremors
  • benign essential tremor
  • leg cramps
  • polyuria
  • shaking
  • stuttering
  • speech disorders
  • vocal cord paralysis
  • language disorders
  • local inflammation
  • pruritus
  • urticaria
  • abscess
  • hair loss
  • contusion
  • abnormal sputum
  • increased sputum
  • cold
  • bronchitis

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and kept at a cool room temperature between 1 and 25 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain its efficacy and safety.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet engraved with “MI” on one side and “L” on the other

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle

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