Safinamide: View Uses, Side Effects and Medicines

Safinamide

INFORMATION ABOUT SAFINAMIDE

Safinamide Uses

Safinamide is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease.

How Safinamide works

Safinamide works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.

Common side effects of Safinamide

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

Involuntary muscle movement, Dizziness, Fall, Headache, Anxiety, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Nausea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

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11 Jun 2025 | 09:50 AM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Safinamide

SaFIon

₹160 to ₹235

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

2 variant(s)

Zafimove

₹142 to ₹229

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

2 variant(s)

Safiron

₹114 to ₹193

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

2 variant(s)

Xafinact

₹170 to ₹255

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

2 variant(s)

Expert advice for Safinamide

Safinamide can be taken with or without food or as directed by your doctor.
Reduce/avoid a high-protein diet (eg.meat, poultry, and dairy products) while you are taking the medicine as it may cause an unsafe rise in your blood pressure.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Safinamide can make you very sleepy.
Talk to your doctor in case you develop hallucinations or other changes in your behavior.
Do not stop taking Safinamide without first talking to your doctor. Sudden stopping may cause confusion, stiff muscles and a high fever.