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Parkitidin

Composition for Parkitidin Products

Parkitidin Products are primarily used for
Parkinson's disease

Products for Parkitidin

Parkitidin Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹180
Parkitidin ER 193 Tablet
strip of 10 tablet er
MRP₹309
Parkitidin ER 129 Tablet
strip of 10 tablet er
MRP₹244.69

About Parkitidin Products

uses

Uses of Parkitidin Products

Amantadine is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease.
side effects

Parkitidin Products side effects

Common
Side Effects of Parkitidin are Constipation, Hallucination, Dryness in mouth, Fainting, Dizziness, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Edema (swelling), Delusion.

How Parkitidin Products work

Amantadine is a dopamine agonist that treats Parkinson's disease. It works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain which regulates body movements. It also has an antiviral property.

In Depth Information for Parkitidin Products

  • It can be taken with or without food.
  • It may cause blurring of vision or affect mental ability. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
  • It may put you at a higher risk of having seizures. Talk to your doctor if you have a history of seizures or are taking medication for it.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice an urge to gamble, increased sexual urges, binge eating, or uncontrolled spending.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Patient Concerns about Parkitidin Products

Frequently asked questions about Parkitidin Products

Q. Can Parkitidin Tablet get you high?

The use of Parkitidin Tablet may cause impulse control disorders in which you may have strong urges to gamble, increased sexual urges, intense urges to spend money, binge eating, and other intense urges. Additionally, there is the inability to control these urges. If such symptoms are experienced, then dose reduction or tapered discontinuation should be considered.

Q. Is Parkitidin Tablet a dopamine agonist?

Yes, Parkitidin Tablet is a dopamine agonist. Dopamine is needed to control movements in the brain. Parkitidin Tablet works by increasing the amount of dopamine, thereby helping in controlling the movements in Parkinson’s disease.

Q. Does Parkitidin Tablet cause fatigue?

Yes, Parkitidin Tablet causes fatigue and sleepiness, which may affect some patients’ ability to drive and operate machinery safely.

Q. Can I take Parkitidin Tablet any time during the day? Should the dose be taken before meal?

Parkitidin Tablet can be taken at any time during the day, with or without food. Try to take the medicine at about the same time each day, as directed by your doctor. Taking your medicine at the same time each day will have the best effect. It will also help you remember when to take your medicine.

Q. Is Parkitidin Tablet used for pain?

Though it is not an approved use, Parkitidin Tablet is effective in relieving pain related to nerve disorders. Parkitidin Tablet is a prescription medicine, and you should take it for the relief of pain only if advised by the doctor.

Q. What happens when I stop taking Parkitidin Tablet?

Do not stop taking this medicine or lower the dose without first checking with your doctor. If required, your doctor will gradually reduce the amount you take each day before stopping it completely. Abruptly stopping Parkitidin Tablet may result in worsening of Parkinsonism. It may also cause delirium, agitation, delusions, hallucinations, paranoid reactions, stupor, anxiety, depression, or slurred speech.

Q. Can Parkitidin Tablet cause weight loss?

A decrease in weight and body mass index may occur with continued Parkitidin Tablet usage. If you have any concerns regarding weight loss, consult your doctor or a nutritionist.
Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 5th Dec 2024.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.