About rasagiline
Monoamine oxidase-B inhibitor
Used for
- Treats Parkinson’s disease, alone or with other medicines.
- May reduce movement symptoms such as stiffness, slowness, and tremor.
Usual adult dose
Usually 1 mg by mouth once daily. When used with levodopa, some people start at 0.5 mg daily.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Joint pain
- Indigestion
- Worsening involuntary movements, especially with levodopa
Important warnings
- Avoid other MAO inhibitors; dangerous blood-pressure reactions can occur.
- Certain antidepressants and opioids can cause serious interactions.
- Report severe headache, chest pain, confusion, or high fever urgently.
- May cause sleepiness or sudden sleep; use caution with driving.
Pregnancy
Human safety information is limited; use during pregnancy requires careful consideration.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding safety is uncertain; it may reduce milk production.
Interactions
- Other MAO inhibitors, including some cold medicines containing decongestants
- Antidepressants such as SSRIs, SNRIs, and tricyclics
- Opioids including tramadol, methadone, and meperidine
- Ciprofloxacin can increase rasagiline levels
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.