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Ticstop Tablet is used to treat chorea (which is a movement disorder characterized by involuntary, jerky movements) associated with Huntington's disease. It reduces movements and improves function. This makes it easier for the person to move and function better.

Written By Dr. Syeda Aafia, MBA, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 07 Apr 2026 | 02:54 PM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Tetrabenazine (25mg)

Marketer

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

Store below 25°C

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Product introduction

Ticstop Tablet should be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day, as this helps maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. This medication must not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor, as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), anxiety, fatigue, akathisia (restlessness and inability to stay still), and depression. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

Stop taking this medicine immediately if you have a fever, stiff muscles, confusion, or seizures (signs of neuroleptic malignant syndrome). Let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the medications you are taking, as some medicines may interact with Ticstop Tablet. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Ticstop Tablet to ensure safety.

Uses of Ticstop Tablet

Huntington's disease

Benefits of Ticstop Tablet

Huntington's disease
Ticstop Tablet is used to manage involuntary movements (chorea) associated with Huntington’s disease. It helps reduce sudden jerking or twitching motions, improving movement control and supporting better daily functioning and comfort.

Side effects of Ticstop Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ticstop

Nausea
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Anxiety
Fatigue
Sleepiness
Akathisia (inability to stay still)
Depression
Agitation

How to use Ticstop Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ticstop Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Ticstop Tablet works

Ticstop Tablet works by reducing extra dopamine levels in the brain. Dopamine is a chemical that controls movement, and too much of it can cause involuntary, jerky movements seen in Huntington’s disease. Balancing dopamine helps calm these movements, making it easier to control body motions and perform daily activities.

All substitutes for Ticstop Tablet

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Quick tips

Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration, as Ticstop Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Inform your doctor if you experience high fever, sweating, muscle stiffness, and faster breathing. These may be due to a rare side effect known as neuroleptic malignant syndrome.
Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
Do not stop taking Ticstop Tablet without talking to your doctor first, as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Ticstop Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ticstop Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Ticstop Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ticstop Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Ticstop Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, caution is advised in these patients.

Liver

UNSAFE

Ticstop Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Ticstop with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Life-threatening

Voriconazole (Oral Route)

Do not consume Voriconazole with Tetrabenazine.

Life-threatening

Fluconazole (Oral Route)

Do not consume Fluconazole with Tetrabenazine.

Life-threatening

Efavirenz (Oral Route)

Do not consume Efavirenz with Tetrabenazine.

Life-threatening

Voriconazole (Injection Route)

Do not consume Voriconazole with Tetrabenazine.

Life-threatening

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Tetrabenazine with Amiodarone.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ticstop Tablet an antipsychotic?

Ticstop Tablet is not an antipsychotic. It belongs to the vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitor class of medicines. It works by changing the activity of some natural substances in the brain that affect muscles and nerves.

What is the most important information that I should know about Ticstop Tablet?

Ticstop Tablet may increase the risk of depression or suicidal thoughts in patients with Huntington’s disease. Huntington’s disease is an inherited disease that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. Therefore, you should not take Ticstop Tablet if you have Huntington’s disease along with depression.

What should I avoid while taking Ticstop Tablet?

Sleepiness is a common side effect of Ticstop Tablet. Therefore, you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel sleepy while taking Ticstop Tablet.

Can I stop taking Ticstop Tablet on my own?

No, you should not stop taking Ticstop Tablet suddenly, without talking to your doctor. Sudden discontinuation of the medicine may cause neuroleptic malignant syndrome. This can be characterized by high fever, stiff muscles, confusion, hallucinations, increased sweating, and very fast or uneven heartbeat. Hence, to avoid such side effects, your doctor will gradually reduce your dose.

Can I take alcohol while on Ticstop Tablet?

You should avoid alcohol since it may add to the sleepiness caused by Ticstop Tablet. Similarly, you should avoid taking medicines that cause sleepiness. If you are not sure about the effects of the medicine, consult with your doctor.

Does Ticstop Tablet affect blood pressure?

Yes, Ticstop Tablet may affect blood pressure. In some patients, it may lower blood pressure. Along with that, one may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting while getting up quickly from a lying position (orthostatic hypotension). To avoid this problem, get out of bed slowly and rest your feet on the floor for a few minutes before standing up.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Tetrahydroisoquinolines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Vesicular Monoamine Transporter 2 (VMAT2) Inhibitors

References

Aminoff MJ. Pharmacologic Management of Parkinsonism & Other Movement Disorders. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 480.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1337-38.
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User feedback

Patients taking Ticstop Tablet

Once A Day

60%

Thrice A Day

20%

Twice A Day

20%

What are you using Ticstop Tablet for?

Others

54%

Huntington's disease

46%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

48%

Average

29%

Excellent

24%

What were the side-effects while using Ticstop Tablet?

Nausea

25%

Sleepiness

25%

No Side Effect

25%

Anxiety

25%

How do you take Ticstop Tablet?

With food

67%

With or without food

33%

Please rate Ticstop Tablet on price

Average

50%

Not Expensive

33%

Expensive

17%

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Marketer details

Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Ticstop Tablet

Benefits of Ticstop Tablet

Side effects of Ticstop Tablet

How to use Ticstop Tablet

How Ticstop Tablet works

All substitutes for Ticstop Tablet

Revocon Tablet

atRest 25 Tablet

Ticstop 25mg Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Voriconazole (Oral Route)

Fluconazole (Oral Route)

Efavirenz (Oral Route)

Voriconazole (Injection Route)

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Is Ticstop Tablet an antipsychotic?

What is the most important information that I should know about Ticstop Tablet?

What should I avoid while taking Ticstop Tablet?

Can I stop taking Ticstop Tablet on my own?

Can I take alcohol while on Ticstop Tablet?

Does Ticstop Tablet affect blood pressure?

Fact Box

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Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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