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PLEASE NOTE NITOMAN IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME XENAZINE.
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- Manufacturer:
Roche
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Generic Nitoman Options - Manufacturer: Generic -
Tetrabenazine
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Nitoman Description
Nitoman is a prescription only medicine designed to treat hyperkinetic movement disorders, such as Huntington’s chorea, Senile chorea, Hemiballismus, Tardive Dyskinesia and Tourette’s Syndrome. Nitoman contains the active ingredient called Tetrabenazine.
Nitoman Directions
This medicine should taken as only as directed by your doctor. If you wish to start a new medication whilst taking Nitoman or Tetrabenazine, please consult your doctor or pharmacist first. They will assess whether a drug interaction might occur.
For adults, it is recommended that you are initially commenced on the lowest dose of 12.5mg, 2 to 3 times a day. This can be increased by 12.5mg per day every 3 to 5 days, until the maximum tolerated and effective dose is reached for the individual. As individual tolerance levels vary, this may require some increasing/decreasing of the dosage until the ideal level has been reached. In most cases, the maximum tolerated dose will be 25mg three times a day. Some publications recommend that the maximum is 200mg, however it is very rare for patients to require this high of a dose.
If there is no improvement at the maximal tolerated dose in 7 days, it is unlikely that tetrabenazine will be of benefit to the patient, either by increasing the dose or extending the duration of treatment. If you have any concerns about this or are unsure of your ideal dosage, please discuss this with your doctor.
In regards to geriatric and debilitated patients, there are no adequately controlled studies about tetrabenazine and this particular demographic. However, clinical experience suggests that a reduced initial and maintenance dose should be used. Parkinsonian-like side effects are relatively common in these patients and may depend on the dosage.
In regards to children and adolescents, there are no adequately controlled studies about tetrabenazine and this particular demographic. Limited clinical experience suggests that treatment should be started at half the adult dose, and titrated slowly and carefully according to the individual response and tolerance.
Nitoman Cautions
Tetrabenazine may cause drowsiness or dizziness. It is advised that you avoid driving or other potentially hazardous activities until you know how you react to this medicine. Tetrabenazine may also cause postural hypotension, a condition where one’s blood pressure falls dramatically upon standing. If you are prone to falls or are unsteady on your feet, please take caution and avoid changing your posture quickly.
For women who wish to become pregnant, please discuss the risks and benefits of tetrabenazine with your doctor. There is no information about the safety of this drug in regards to human or animal pregnancies. In addition, there is limited evidence that shows tetrabenazine is excreted in breast milk; therefore it is recommended that breast feeding is avoided whilst taking this medication.
Nitoman Side Effects
There some side effects that may occur while taking tetrabenazine. These include: drowsiness, diarrhea, nausea, constipation, stomach pains, vomiting, low blood pressure, high temperature associated with falling levels of consciousness, sweating, increased heart rate, and paleness. If you have a past history of depression, it is recommended that you consult your doctor before using this medicine, as a depression is also a potential side effect.
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a very rare, but serious condition that may develop as a side effect of neuroleptic or antipsychotic medication. Symptoms include: fever, confusion, tremor, altered consciousness, sweating, and rigid muscles. If you experience any of these, seek medical attention immediately.
This is not a complete list of side effects that may occur. If you require further information, or you experience a symptom not listed above, please contact your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.
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Nitoman Active Ingredients
Tetrabenazine