Ticstop Information
Ticstop is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Huntington's Disease. Ticstop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Ticstop depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Ticstop include Nausea or vomiting, Insomnia, Anxiety. These side effects of Ticstop are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Ticstop's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ticstop related warnings talks about Ticstop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ticstop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ticstop in conditions like Arrhythmia, Liver Disease, Depression. Other contraindications of Ticstop have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Ticstop with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ticstop is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ticstop Benefits & Uses
Ticstop is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Ticstop 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
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Ticstop Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ticstop is used -
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Insomnia
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Fatigue
- Sleepiness
- Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
- Akathisia
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Headache
- Irritability
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Diarrhoea
Ticstop Related Warnings
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Is the use of Ticstop safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Ticstop on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Unknown -
Is the use of Ticstop safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Ticstop for breastfeeding women are not known.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Ticstop on the Kidneys?
Ticstop has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Ticstop on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ticstop on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Ticstop on the Heart?
Ticstop has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Ticstop with Other Drugs
Ticstop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Ticstop Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ticstop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Drug Allergy
- Low Blood Pressure
- Parkinson's Disease
- Arrhythmia
- Liver Disease
- Depression
Frequently asked Questions about Ticstop
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Is this Ticstop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ticstop has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Ticstop since it does not cause drowsiness.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ticstop only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ticstop in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Ticstop Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Ticstop
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ticstop and food will interact.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Ticstop
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ticstop with alcohol will be.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xenazine® (tetrabenazine)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xenazine® (tetrabenazine)