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What Dosage Strengths Are Available for Azilect and Generic Rasagiline?

Azilect and generic rasagiline are available in the following strengths:
• 0.5 mg
• 1.0 mg

Your healthcare provider will determine the appropriate dose for your needs. Order the strength prescribed by your healthcare provider.

What is Azilect (Rasagiline) Used For?

Azilect (Rasagiline) is a second-generation selective, irreversible monoamine oxidase type B (MAO-B) inhibitor, used for the treatment of idiopathic Parkinson’s disease in adults. It is typically used in two ways: first, as a single therapy (monotherapy) in the early stages of the condition to help delay the need for stronger drugs, and second, as an add-on treatment (adjunct therapy) alongside standard drugs like Levodopa/Carbidopa in more advanced stages to reduce time periods where symptoms return before the next scheduled dose.

Azilect works by blocking an enzyme in the brain called monoamine oxidase type B, which normally breaks down dopamine. In Parkinson's disease, dopamine levels drop significantly, causing movement problems like stiffness and tremors. By deactivating this enzyme, rasagiline prevents dopamine from being destroyed, allowing higher amounts to build up and remain active longer in the brain to help restore smoother muscle control.

Always take rasagiline exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. For complete safety information, view the full prescribing information.

What Side Effects Can Azilect or Generic Rasagiline Cause?

Some possible mild side effects of this medication include dizziness, abdominal pain, dry mouth, mouth sores, nausea, stomach upset, drowsiness, sudden sleep attacks, and headache. Contact your doctor if these mild side effects persist or worsen.

Serious side effects may include:
• Dyskinesia or uncontrollable, involuntary movements such as shakiness, stiffness, or jerkiness;
• Hallucinations or psychotic-like behavior;
• Melanoma (patients with Parkinson's disease have a higher risk of developing skin cancer, requiring regular skin checks).
• Orthostatic hypotension (a sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing, leading to dizziness or fainting);
• Serotonin syndrome with symptoms such as fever, sweating, flushing, confusion, agitation, nausea, vomiting and seizures;
• Unusual or compulsive behaviors such as unusual and uncontrolled urges (compulsions), including gambling, sex, shopping, or eating;

Consult your doctor as soon as possible if you notice any of these serious side effects. Also, seek immediate medical attention if you notice signs of an allergic reaction, such as breathing difficulties, body rash, itching, hives, skin blistering, or swelling of the face, lips, or throat. Inform your doctor about any other side effects you notice that are not listed here.

Warnings

Do not take this medication if you have:
• Allergic reaction to rasagiline, or any other ingredient in Azilect;
• Moderate to severe liver problems (rasagiline is strictly contraindicated in moderate-to-severe hepatic impairment).

Do not combine Azilect with the following medications (Strictly Contraindicated):
• Other MAO Inhibitors or St. John’s Wort: Risk of severe hypertensive crisis or serotonin syndrome;
• Certain Pain Medications: Meperidine (Demerol), tramadol, methadone, or tapentadol;
• Antidepressants: SSRIs, SNRIs, or tricyclic antidepressants due to the risk of life-threatening serotonin syndrome;
• Muscle Relaxants: Cyclobenzaprine;
• OTC Cough Medicines: Cough suppressants containing dextromethorphan, which can trigger psychosis or serotonin syndrome.

Avoid foods and drinks high in tyramine—such as aged cheeses, cured meats, draft beers, soy sauce, and fermented or overly ripe foods. Consuming excessive tyramine while on rasagiline can cause a sudden, dangerous spike in blood pressure.

Inform your doctor if you have mild liver problems (which require a lower 0.5 mg daily dose limit) or a history of skin cancer.

Because Azilect can cause sudden sleep attacks without warning during routine daily activities (such as driving), avoid operating heavy machinery or hazardous equipment until you know how the medication affects you.

Azilect has not been extensively studied in pregnant or breastfeeding individuals; it should only be used if recommended by a physician after a careful risk-benefit evaluation.

Finally, do not suddenly stop taking Azilect. Abruptly discontinuing the drug can trigger a severe reaction resembling neuroleptic malignant syndrome, characterized by extremely high fever, rigid muscles, and confusion. Dose changes or stopping treatment must always be done gradually under medical supervision. Store this medication in a cool, dry place out of reach of children and pets.

Do I need a prescription to order Azilect?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Azilect.