Selegiline Benefits & Uses

Selegiline is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Parkinson's Disease

Selegiline Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Parkinson's Disease Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Parkinson's Disease Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Selegiline Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Selegiline is used -

Moderate

Peripheral Edema
Depression
Dry Mouth
Blurred vision

Mild

Insomnia
Dyspepsia
Tremor
Nausea or vomiting
Rhinitis
Dizziness
Headache

Selegiline Related Warnings

Is the use of Selegiline safe for pregnant women?

Selegiline may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Selegiline again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Selegiline safe during breastfeeding?

Selegiline should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Selegiline on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Selegiline on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Selegiline on the Liver?

Selegiline may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Selegiline on the Heart?

Selegiline is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Selegiline with Other Drugs

Selegiline should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Venlafaxine

Moderate

Caffeine

Levodopa,Carbidopa

Selegiline Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Selegiline unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Schizophrenia
Bipolar Disorder

Frequently asked Questions about Selegiline

Is this Selegiline habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Selegiline is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Selegiline. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Selegiline only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Selegiline can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Selegiline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Selegiline

Some foods when eaten with Selegiline can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Selegiline

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Selegiline as it can have severe side effects.

Severe