Atrest 25 Tablet

Description

Atrest 25 Tablet is used to treat Huntington's disease, a condition in which nerve cells in the brain breakdown over time, thus deteriorating the person’s physical and mental abilities. It also helps to relieve uncontrollable and jerky movements of the body. Atrest 25 Tablet should be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience neuroleptic malignant syndrome, characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness or seizures. Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, insomnia(difficulty sleeping), anxiety, fatigue, akathisia (restlessness and inability to stay still), and depression. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

Introduction

In Huntington's disease Huntington’s disease is a rare inherited disease that results in the death of nerve cells in the brain. As a result, there are problems with mental as well as physical functions. The affected person has coordination issues, impaired thinking, uncontrollable movements etc. Atrest 25 Tablet helps to treat these symptoms and also controls these jerky movements. This medicine can therefore enhance the quality of life by improving the ability to carry out daily functions in a better manner.

Benefits

Atrest 25 Tablet works by depleting the stores of certain chemical messengers in the brain that helps in controlling body movements.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Atrest 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : UNSAFE - Atrest 25 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Atrest 25 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 - Atrest 25 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. - Driving : UNSAFE - Atrest 25 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Atrest 25 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. However, caution is advised in these patients. - Liver : UNSAFE - Atrest 25 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.