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Introduction To Comantrel-T Tablet
Comantrel-T Tablet is used alone, or with other medicines to treat Parkinson’s disease. It can also be used to treat movement side effects caused by certain drugs (drug-induced movement disorder).
Comantrel-T Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor. This medicine may put you at a higher risk of having seizures, so it is better to talk to your doctor if you have any history of seizures or taking medication for it.
Some common side effects of Comantrel-T Tablet include nausea, dryness in the mouth, constipation, blurred vision, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), hallucinations, peripheral edema and balance disorder (loss of balance). It may initially cause dizziness and lowering of blood pressure while standing, so rise slowly and do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Uses of Comantrel-T Tablet
- Parkinson's disease
Benefits of Comantrel-T Tablet
Parkinson's disease
Comantrel-T Tablet is one of the most effective medications to relieve symptoms of
Parkinson's disease such as tremors, muscle stiffness and difficulty moving.
It increases the amount of a chemical called dopamine in the brain which helps
in coordination of body movements. This medicine can therefore enhance the
quality of life by improving the ability to carry out daily functions in a
better manner.
Side effects of Comantrel-T Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Neaman
- Nausea
- Dryness in mouth
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Hallucination
- Peripheral edema
- Balance disorder (loss of balance)
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
How to use Comantrel-T Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Comantrel-T Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Comantrel-T Tablet works
Comantrel-T Tablet is a dopamine agonist that treats Parkinson's disease. It works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain which regulates body movements. It also has an antiviral property. It works against viruses to prevent their growth and multiplication. It also appears to restricts the viruses to release infectious chemicals (viral nucleic acid) to enter into the body. Thus, it prevents and treats Influenza infection.
Quick tips
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It can be taken with or without food.
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It may cause blurring of vision or affect mental ability. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
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To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
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Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
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It may put you at a higher risk of having seizures. Talk to your doctor if you have a history of seizures or are taking medication for it.
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Inform your doctor if you notice an urge to gamble, increased sexual urges, binge eating, or uncontrolled spending.
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Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Comantrel-T Tablet if I’m pregnant?
Comantrel-T 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.
BreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Comantrel-T Tablet if I’m breastfeeding?
Comantrel-T Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
AlcoholUNSAFE
Is drinking alcohol while taking Comantrel-T Tablet safe?
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Comantrel-T Tablet.
DrivingUNSAFE
Can I drive after taking Comantrel-T Tablet?
Comantrel-T Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
KidneyCAUTION
Can I take Comantrel-T Tablet if I have/had kidney diseases?
Comantrel-T Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Comantrel-T Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Comantrel-T Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
LiverCAUTION
Can I take Comantrel-T Tablet if I have/had liver diseases?
Comantrel-T Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Comantrel-T Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. It may cause a transient increase in liver enzymes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Does Comantrel-T Tablet cause constipation?
Yes, constipation is a common side effect of Comantrel-T Tablet, though it does not occur in everyone. Consult your doctor or a dietician if constipation persists and is troublesome.
Q. Is Comantrel-T Tablet used for pain?
Though it is not an approved use, Comantrel-T Tablet has been shown to be effective in relieving pain related to nerve disorder. Comantrel-T Tablet is a prescription medicine, and you should take it for relief of pain only if advised by the doctor.
Q. Does Comantrel-T Tablet cause fatigue?
Yes, Comantrel-T Tablet causes fatigue and sleepiness which may affect some patients’ ability to drive and operate machinery safely.
Q. What happens when I stop taking Comantrel-T Tablet?
Do not stop taking this medicine or lower the dose without first checking with your doctor. If required, your doctor will gradually reduce the amount you take each day before stopping it completely. Abruptly stopping Comantrel-T Tablet may result in worsening of Parkinsonism. It may also cause delirium, agitation, delusions, hallucinations, paranoid reaction, stupor, anxiety, depression, or slurred speech.
Q. Is Comantrel-T Tablet a dopamine agonist?
Yes, Comantrel-T Tablet is a dopamine agonist. Dopamine is needed to control movements in the brain. Comantrel-T Tablet works by increasing the amount of dopamine, thereby helping in controlling the movements in Parkinson’s disease.
Q. Can I take Comantrel-T Tablet any time during the day?
Should the dose be taken before meal? Yes, Comantrel-T Tablet can be taken at any time during the day, with or without food. Try to take the medicine at about the same time each day, as directed by your doctor. Taking your medicine at the same time each day will have the best effect. It will also help you to remember when to take your medicine.
Q. Can Comantrel-T Tablet get you high?
The use of Comantrel-T Tablet may cause impulse control disorders in which you may have strong urges to gamble, increased sexual urges, intense urges to spend money, binge eating, and other intense urges. Additionally, there is the inability to control these urges. If such symptoms are experienced then dose reduction or tapered discontinuation should be considered.
Q. Does Comantrel-T Tablet affect fertility?
No, Comantrel-T Tablet is not known to affect fertility in humans.
Q. Can Comantrel-T Tablet cause weight loss?
Decreased weight and body mass index may occur with continued Comantrel-T Tablet usage. If you have any concerns regarding weight loss consult your doctor or a nutritionist.
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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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