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Tetraben 12.5mg Tablet is used to treat Huntington’s disease and relieve uncontrollable and jerky movements of the body.Â
- Tetrabenazine belongs to a class of medicines called monoamine depletors.
- It is used for treating involuntary movements (chorea) caused by Huntington’s disease.
- It works by reducing the amount of certain chemicals in the brain, such as norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin.
- Tetrabenazine may cause several side effects, including feeling depressed, drowsiness, unusual muscle movements, dizziness, low blood pressure, nausea, upset stomach, difficulty sleeping, anxiety, confusion, difficulty swallowing, muscle stiffness, fever, sweating, and looking pale.
- Before starting Tetrabenazine, your doctor needs to know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have liver, kidney, or heart problems, depression, Parkinson-like symptoms, a tumor on your adrenal gland, or are using any other medicines.
- Do not take this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to Tetrabenazine.
The information provided here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
