Review the side-effects of Tetrabenazine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous System - Weakness, balance difficulty, slow movement, dizziness, speech disorder, unsteadiness, headache, drowsiness, sleeplessness, depression, anxiety, irritability and decreased appetite.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, and vomiting.
Body as a Whole - Fatigue, tear-like wounds, and bruising.
Respiratory - Upper respiratory tract infection, shortness of breath, and lung inflammation.
Genitourinary - Painful urination.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous System - Weakness, balance difficulty, slow movement, dizziness, speech disorder, unsteadiness, headache, drowsiness, sleeplessness, depression, anxiety, irritability and decreased appetite.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, and vomiting.
Body as a Whole - Fatigue, tear-like wounds, and bruising.
Respiratory - Upper respiratory tract infection, shortness of breath, and lung inflammation.
Genitourinary - Painful urination.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Tetrabenazine
Tetrabenazine(Xenazine) generic is a monoamine depleter, prescribed for involuntary movements (chorea) in patients with Huntington's disease. It works by reducing the amount of certain chemicals in the brain.Trade Names for Tetrabenazine
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