Atrest 12.5 Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

All Details About Atrest 12.5 Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Atrest 12.5 Tablet

Description:

Atrest 12.5 Tablet is used to treat chorea (which is a movement disorder characterized by involuntary, jerky movements) associated with Huntington's disease. It reduces movements and improves function. This makes it easier for the person to move and function better.

Atrest 12.5 Tablet should be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day, as this helps maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. This medication must not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor, as it may worsen your symptoms.

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.

Stop taking this medicine immediately if you have a fever, stiff muscles, confusion, or seizures (signs of neuroleptic malignant syndrome). Let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the medications you are taking, as some medicines may interact with Atrest 12.5 Tablet. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Atrest 12.5 Tablet to ensure safety.

Uses:

Huntington's disease

Directions For 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 12.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Atrest

Nausea
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Apprehension
Chubbyigue
Sleepiness
Akathisia (inability to stay still)
Depression
Agitation

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Atrest 12.5 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Atrest 12.5 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Atrest 12.5 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Atrest 12.5 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 12.5 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, caution is advised in these patients.

Liver

UNSAFE

Atrest 12.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Is Atrest 12.5 Tablet an antipsychotic?

Atrest 12.5 Tablet is not an antipsychotic. It belongs to the vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitor class of medicines. It works by changing the activity of some natural substances in the brain that affect muscles and nerves.

What is the most important information that I should know about Atrest 12.5 Tablet?

Atrest 12.5 Tablet may increase the risk of depression or suicidal thoughts in patients with Huntington’s disease. Huntington’s disease is an inherited disease that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. Therefore, you should not take Atrest 12.5 Tablet if you have Huntington’s disease along with depression.

What should I avoid while taking Atrest 12.5 Tablet?

Sleepiness is a common side effect of Atrest 12.5 Tablet. Therefore, you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel sleepy while taking Atrest 12.5 Tablet.

Can I stop taking Atrest 12.5 Tablet on my own?

No, you should not stop taking Atrest 12.5 Tablet suddenly, without talking to your doctor. Sudden discontinuation of the medicine may cause neuroleptic malignant syndrome. This can be characterized by high fever, stiff muscles, confusion, hallucinations, increased sweating, and very fast or uneven heartbeat. Hence, to avoid such side effects, your doctor will gradually reduce your dose.

Can I take alcohol while on Atrest 12.5 Tablet?

You should avoid alcohol since it may add to the sleepiness caused by Atrest 12.5 Tablet. Similarly, you should avoid taking medicines that cause sleepiness. If you are not sure about the effects of the medicine, consult with your doctor.

Does Atrest 12.5 Tablet affect blood pressure?

Affirmative, Atrest 12.5 Tablet may affect blood pressure. In some patients, it may lower blood pressure. Along with that, one may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting while getting up quickly from a lying position (orthostatic hypotension). To avoid this problem, get out of bed slowly and rest your feet on the floor for a few minutes before standing up.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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