Xafinact

Xafinact 100 Tablet is used to treat Parkinson's disease. Your doctor can usually prescribe Xafinact 100 Tablet with levodopa/carbidopa to provide better control of body movements and prevent excessive shaking and stiffness, helping smooth out motor symptoms when levodopa wears off between doses.

During Xafinact 100 Tablet treatment, it is advised to avoid foods extremely high in tyramine (for example, very aged cheeses or heavily fermented/cured items) because they can trigger dangerous blood pressure spikes; never exceed the recommended dose.

Yes, Xafinact 100 Tablet can cause new or worsening high blood pressure. Blood pressure should be checked regularly, and extra caution is needed if using decongestants or cold remedies that also raise blood pressure.

Get help right away for symptoms of serious side effects of Xafinact 100 Tablet such as serotonin syndrome (confusion, agitation, fever, stiff or twitching muscles, fast heartbeat, high/low blood pressure), severe hypertension (sudden, severe headache, chest pain), severe allergic reactions (swelling of tongue/mouth, trouble breathing), sudden sleep episodes, or new/worsening hallucinations.

Yes, dyskinesia can start or get worse during Xafinact 100 Tablet treatment. Your doctor may lower the levodopa dose or adjust other Parkinson’s medicines, which may be needed if movements become troublesome.

People taking Xafinact 100 Tablet can suddenly fall asleep during normal activities, sometimes without warning. If daytime sleepiness or sudden sleep occurs, stop risky activities and contact the doctor promptly.

Yes, hallucinations or psychotic‑like symptoms can occur during Xafinact 100 Tablet treatment. Also, some people develop strong, unusual urges (gambling, spending, sexual urges, binge eating). Report these behaviors so the dose or therapy can be adjusted by your doctor.