What is the use of Revocon Tablet?

Revocon 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.

What is tetrabenazine used for?

Tetrabenazine is used to treat chorea (a movement disorder) that is caused by Huntington disease. Tetrabenazine works in the central nervous system (CNS) to prevent the absorption of certain chemicals (such as dopamine and serotonin).

What is Huntington’s disease and what does it do?

Huntington’s disease is a rare, inherited disease that causes the progressive breakdown (degeneration) of nerve cells in the brain. Huntington’s disease has a broad impact on a person’s functional abilities and usually results in movement, thinking (cognitive) and psychiatric disorders.

When should I take tetrabenazine?

Tetrabenazine comes as a tablet to take by mouth with or without food. It is usually taken once a day at first, then increased to twice a day one week later, and then increased to three times a day one week after that. Take tetrabenazine at around the same time(s) every day.

How long does it take tetrabenazine to work?

Improvements may be seen in as little as 1 to 2 weeks. However, it can sometimes take up to 6 weeks to see the full benefits of the medication. Tetrabenazine may not work for everyone. If your symptoms have not improved within 6 weeks, your doctor may recommend switching you to a different medication.

What type of drug is tetrabenazine?

Tetrabenazine is in a class of medications called vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitors. It works by changing the activity of certain natural substances in the brain that affect nerves and muscles.

How do I stop taking tetrabenazine?

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse. You should not stop using tetrabenazine suddenly or your symptoms may return. Talk to your doctor before you stop taking this medicine. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

How many Lonazep can I take in a day?

Adults—At first, 0.25 milligram (mg) 2 times per day. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 4 mg per day.

How can you tell if someone has Huntington’s disease?

Involuntary jerking or writhing movements (chorea) Muscle problems, such as rigidity or muscle contracture (dystonia) Slow or abnormal eye movements. Impaired gait, posture and balance.

What is the best way to take tetrabenazine?

Your doctor will tell you how you should take the tablets. Swallow your doses with a drink of water. You can take tetrabenazine either before or after food. Tetrabenazine can cause unwanted effects such as depression, feeling drowsy, slow muscle movements, and stiffness.

What is the manufacturer’s PIL for tetrabenazine 25 mg?

Manufacturer’s PIL, Tetrabenazine 25 mg Tablets; Ranbaxy (UK) Ltd (a Sun Pharmaceutical Company), The electronic Medicines Compendium. Dated March 2018. British National Formulary, 77th Edition (Mar 2019); British Medical Association and Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain, London.

What is revrevocon used to treat?

Revocon Tablet is a monoamine depleter used in the treatment of abnormal, jerky, involuntary movements (chorea) associated with Huntington’s disease, an inherited condition that results in the death of brain cells. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age.

What is the mechanism of action of tetrabenazine?

Mechanism of Action. Tetrabenazine is a reversible human vesicular monoamine transporter type 2 inhibitor (Ki = 100 nM). It acts within the basal ganglia and promotes depletion of monoamine neurotransmitters serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine from stores. It also decreases uptake into synaptic vesicles.