Ticstop 12.5mg 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.
Ticstop 12.5mg 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 Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet to ensure safety.
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. Ticstop 12.5mg 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 Ticstop
Nausea
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Apprehension
Chubbyigue
Sleepiness
Akathisia (inability to stay still)
Depression
Agitation
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ticstop 12.5mg 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 Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. However, caution is advised in these patients.
Liver
UNSAFE
Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Is Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet an antipsychotic?
Ticstop 12.5mg 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 Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet?
Ticstop 12.5mg 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 Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet if you have Huntington’s disease along with depression.
What should I avoid while taking Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet?
Sleepiness is a common side effect of Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet. Therefore, you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel sleepy while taking Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet.
Can I stop taking Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet on my own?
No, you should not stop taking Ticstop 12.5mg 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 Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet?
You should avoid alcohol since it may add to the sleepiness caused by Ticstop 12.5mg 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 Ticstop 12.5mg Tablet affect blood pressure?
Affirmative, Ticstop 12.5mg 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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