Zafimove
Zafimove Products are primarily used for
Parkinson's disease
About Zafimove Products
Zafimove Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Zafimove are Involuntary muscle movement, Dizziness, Fall, Headache, Anxiety, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Nausea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping).
How Zafimove Products work
Safinamide works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.
Patient Concerns about Zafimove Products
Frequently asked questions about Zafimove Products
Frequently asked questions about Safinamide
Q. What is Zafimove 50mg Tablet used for?
Zafimove 50mg Tablet is used to treat Parkinson's disease. Your doctor can usually prescribe Zafimove 50mg 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.
Q. Do I need a special diet during Zafimove 50mg Tablet treatment?
During Zafimove 50mg 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.
Q. Can Zafimove 50mg Tablet raise blood pressure?
Yes, Zafimove 50mg 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.
Q. What serious side effects of Zafimove 50mg Tablet should be watched for urgent medical intervention?
Get help right away for symptoms of serious side effects of Zafimove 50mg 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.
Q. Can Zafimove 50mg Tablet make involuntary movements worse?
Yes, dyskinesia can start or get worse during Zafimove 50mg Tablet treatment. Your doctor may lower the levodopa dose or adjust other Parkinson’s medicines, which may be needed if movements become troublesome.
Q. Why are sleep attacks mentioned with Zafimove 50mg Tablet?
People taking Zafimove 50mg 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.
Q. Are there mental health or behavior changes to monitor during Zafimove 50mg Tablet treatment?
Yes, hallucinations or psychotic‑like symptoms can occur during Zafimove 50mg 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.
Products for Zafimove
Zafimove 50mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹142.65
Zafimove 100 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹229.65
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