Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Afrelect 1mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Afrelect 1mg Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Afrelect 1mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Afrelect 1mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Afrelect 1mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Afrelect 1mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION
Afrelect 1mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.Use of Afrelect 1mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
If you miss a dose of Afrelect 1mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Does smoking have any effect on Afrelect 1mg Tablet?::: Yes, you should not smoke while on this medicine since smoking interferes with its working. Smoking can decrease the rate at which your symptoms improve.| What food is to be avoided while taking Afrelect 1mg Tablet?::: It is best if you avoid aged cheese, herring (fish), and red wine. But, since taking these foods with Afrelect 1mg Tablet does not affect blood pressure or heart rate, these can be taken in very small amounts.| Can Afrelect 1mg Tablet cause cancer?::: Patients of Parkinson?s disease are at a higher risk of skin cancer. The same risk is also seen in patients taking Afrelect 1mg Tablet. Therefore, you should undergo periodic examinations to detect skin cancer if you are taking Afrelect 1mg Tablet.| Is it safe to drive if I am taking Afrelect 1mg Tablet?::: If you experience excessive daytime sleepiness or fall asleep suddenly, then avoid driving, operate machinery or work at heights during Afrelect 1mg Tablet treatment.| One morning I fainted after getting up from bed. Was it because of Afrelect 1mg Tablet? What should I do?::: It could be due to Afrelect 1mg Tablet. If you feel lightheaded, dizzy or faint while getting up from bed, get up slowly. This will help your body get used to the change in position and blood pressure. If this problem continues or gets worse, talk to your doctor.| I am experiencing a runny nose and cold since I began taking Afrelect 1mg Tablet. Can I take Vicks?::: No, you should not take Vicks or any other medicine containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine. These cold remedies interfere with Rasagiline and are not recommended. Take your doctor?s advice to treat your runny nose and cold.
Afrelect 1mg Tablet works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.
-Linezolid (Oral Route): Life-threatening
Do not consume Linezolid with Rasagiline. If Linezolid is essential, ensure a gap of At least 2 weeks between taking Linezolid and Rasagiline. Please consult your doctor. Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordination.
| -Linezolid (Injection Route): Life-threatening
Do not consume Linezolid with Rasagiline. If Linezolid is essential, ensure a gap of At least 2 weeks between taking Linezolid and Rasagiline. Please consult your doctor. Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordination.
| -Tranylcypromine (Oral Route): Life-threatening
Do not consume Rasagiline with Tranylcypromine. If Rasagiline is essential, ensure a gap of At least 12 months after discontinuing Tranylcypromine. Please consult your doctor. Concomitant use may cause high blood pressure and/or an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordination.
| -Linezolid (Oral Route): Life-threatening
Do not consume Linezolid with Rasagiline. If Linezolid is essential, ensure a gap of At least 2 weeks between taking Linezolid and Rasagiline. Please consult your doctor. Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordination.
| -Linezolid (Oral Route): Life-threatening
Do not consume Linezolid with Rasagiline. If Linezolid is essential, ensure a gap of At least 2 weeks between taking Linezolid and Rasagiline. Please consult your doctor. Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordination.