Generic for Eldepryl for Parkinson's disease - Drug Information

Generic Name - Selegiline

Category - Anti-Parkinson

Indications

Parkinson's disease.
Generic Eldepryl is indicated to treat Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's disease is associated with low levels of a chemical called dopamine in your brain. Selegiline (Generic Eldepryl) is believed to prevent the breakdown of dopamine in your brain. Selegiline (Generic Eldepryl) belongs to a class of drugs, called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), that block certain enzymes in the brain and change the balance of certain chemicals in the brain.

Generic for Eldepryl Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Eldepryl is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Eldepryl should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.

Dementia
Peptic Ulcer
Psychosis
Unusual movements of the face, lips or tongue.

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Eldepryl. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.

Birth control pills.
Caffeine
Carbamazepine
Dextromethorphan
Ephedra, Ma huang
Ephedrine
Estrogens
Furazolidone
Guarana
Linezolid
Medicines for mental depression
Meperidine
Phenylpropanolamine
Procarbazine
Sumatriptan
Tyramine

Generic for Eldepryl Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericEldepryl
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Eldepryl for Parkinson's disease is 10 mg per day administered as divided doses of 5 mg each taken at breakfast and lunch. There is no evidence of additional benefit from higher doses, and they increase the risk of side effects.

Generic for Eldepryl Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Eldepryl side Effects include black, tarry stools,
Changes in behavior, mood swings, irritability, confusion, agitation, chest pain, difficulty breathing, difficulty speaking, enlarged pupils, fever and increased sweating.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Eldepryl.

Generic for Eldepryl and Pregnancy

Studies do not indicate whether Generic Eldepryl will harm an unborn baby if taken during pregnancy. Do consult your and seek medical opinion.

Generic for Eldepryl and Breastfeeding

It is not known whether Generic Eldepryl will harm a nursing infant. Do not take Eldepryl without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Generic for Eldepryl and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Eldepryl in pediatric patients have not been established.

Generic for Eldepryl and Geriatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Eldepryl in geriatric patients have not been established.

Note

The above information about Generic Eldepryl serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.