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Zyprima 3mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Zyprima 3mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease. This medicine helps to reduce excessive shaking by slowing down body movements. It works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control abnormal movements.

Your doctor will explain how to take Zyprima 3mg Tablet. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. You should not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, oral/pharyngeal soft tissue swelling, oral/pharyngeal soft tissue pain, and paresthesia. Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to the Zyprima 3mg Tablet. If they are severe or do not resolve on their own in time, you should contact your doctor. 

Before using Zyprima 3mg Tablet, tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking (if any), as it can affect or be affected by some other drugs you are using. You should avoid driving or operating heavy machines while on this medicine as it can cause excessive sleepiness. Also, avoid consumption of alcohol while you are on this medication as it can cause your blood pressure to decrease. During pregnancy, this medicine should only be taken if it is advised as it may cause harmful effects to the developing baby.

Uses of Zyprima Sublingual tablet


Side effects of Zyprima Sublingual 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 Zyprima

  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
  • Pharyngeal edema
  • Pharyngeal pain

How to use Zyprima Sublingual tablet

Place the tablet under the tongue or between the cheek and gum, and let it dissolve. Do not chew, crush, or swallow the tablet. Zyprima 3mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Zyprima Sublingual tablet works

Zyprima 3mg Tablet works by stimulating the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that is needed to control bodily movements. Because it has the same effect as dopamine, it helps to treat poor coordination or loss of bodily movements in patients suffering from Parkinson’s disease.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Zyprima 3mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zyprima 3mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zyprima 3mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zyprima 3mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Zyprima 3mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zyprima 3mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Zyprima 3mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zyprima 3mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Zyprima 3mg Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of Parkinson's disease.
  • Consult your doctor to prescribe you an antiemetic if you experience frequent nausea and vomiting after taking Zyprima 3mg Tablet. Do not take any anti-emetic without consultation.
  • Do not swallow the tablet, let it dissolve slowly inside your mouth.
  • Avoid driving or indulging in any sort of activity while taking Zyprima 3mg Tablet as it causes excessive drowsiness.
  • Inform the doctor immediately if you see any kind of swelling in the lips, tongue, mouth, and throat tightness.
  • Do not change your body position too fast. Get up slowly from sitting or lying. Zyprima 3mg Tablet can lower your blood pressure and cause dizziness or fainting. Monitor your blood pressure regularly.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Morphine derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS

Interaction with drugs

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

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Parkinson's disease tremors ,Insomnia.
Dr. Ravi Shankar M.
Ayurveda
Use Dhanadanayanadi kashayam 15ml twice a day with 15 ml water before food and Zandopa 10 grams twice a day witk milk after food and Tab Dhanvantari Vati 1-0-1 after food for 2 months
Parkinson's disease for 25 yrs. Taking allopathy Suggestions needed
Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni
Ayurveda
Kindly consult to any good Ayuvedic Panchkarma center. Panchkarma therapy will give you some result .
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FAQs

Q. How can I take Zyprima 3mg Tablet?

This medicine is placed under the tongue, where it will dissolve in about 3 minutes. Do not chew, break or swallow it whole.

Q. How does it feel after taking Zyprima 3mg Tablet?

You might feel a tingling or pricking sensation after taking this medicine sublingually (placing it under your tongue).

Q. Should I take this medicine on an empty stomach or with food?

This medicine may be taken on an empty stomach, although a meal or snack is suggested prior to use if you experience nausea.

Q. What are some of the important information your doctor should know before starting treatment with Zyprima 3mg Tablet?

Befor the start of the treatment, you should inform your doctor if you have a history of dyskinesias (involuntary movements), breathing problems, heart, liver, or kidney disease.

Q. Can Zyprima 3mg Tablet make you feel sick?

Yes, this medicine can make you feel sick. Because of this, before you are given your first dose of Zyprima 3mg Tablet, you will be given at least two days' treatment of an anti-sickness medicine. You should continue to take this during the first few weeks of your treatment with Zyprima 3mg Tablet. It may later be reduced or slowly withdrawn.

Q. Does Zyprima 3mg Tablet cause low blood pressure?

Yes, this medicine may cause your blood pressure to fall (particularly in the early days of your treatment). Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.

Q. Can Zyprima 3mg Tablet cause anemia?

In very rare cases, Zyprima 3mg Tablet can lead to anemia and other blood disorders. So if you are this medicine you may need regular blood tests.

Q. Does Zyprima 3mg Tablet cause hallucination and delusions?

Not everyone who takes Zyprima 3mg Tablet will experience hallucinations and delusions, but it can be disturbing to those who experience them and the people around them. Speak to your doctor about any hallucinations or delusions that you are experiencing. In general, they can be treated, but in cases where they can’t, there may be ways to manage their impact.

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