Selgin 5 mg | Selegiline | for Parkinson’s Disease Treatment

Introduction of Selgin 5 mg

Selgin 5 mg is a prescription medication containing Selegiline Hydrochloride, a selective monoamine oxidase-B (MAO-B) inhibitor used to manage Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders. It is primarily prescribed as adjunct therapy to levodopa/carbidopa, helping enhance and prolong the effects of dopamine in the brain.

Selgin 5 mg works by slowing the breakdown of dopamine—a key neurotransmitter responsible for muscle control—thereby improving motor symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and slowed movement (bradykinesia). It is also sometimes used in treating major depressive disorder under specialist supervision.

✅ Key Benefits

• Improves motor function in Parkinson’s disease
  
  

• Enhances and prolongs the effect of levodopa therapy
  
  

• May reduce "wearing-off" episodes
  
  

• Available in convenient 5 mg tablet form
  
  

• May also support mood in some neurological conditions (under supervision)
  
  

✅ Possible Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Insomnia
  
  

• Dizziness or lightheadedness
  
  

• Nausea or stomach upset
  
  

• Dry mouth
  
  

• Headache
  
  

✅ Warnings and Precautions

• Avoid consuming tyramine-rich foods (aged cheese, red wine, cured meats)
  
  

• Do not combine with SSRIs, SNRIs, tricyclic antidepressants, or opioids without medical advice
  
  

• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless prescribed
  
  

• Use caution in patients with high blood pressure, heart conditions, or mental health disorders
  
  

• May interact with herbal supplements like St. John's Wort
  
  

✅ Storage Instructions

• Store below 30°C (86°F)
  
  

• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight
  
  

• Keep out of reach of children
  
  

Selgin 5 mg is an effective and widely used medication for managing Parkinson’s disease symptoms, especially when used in combination with levodopa/carbidopa therapy. By increasing dopamine levels in the brain, Selgin helps reduce motor difficulties and improve quality of life in patients with Parkinson’s. Always use Selgin under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider to avoid potential drug interactions and dietary complications.