Yes, you should not smoke while on this medicine since smoking interferes with its working. Smoking can decrease the rate at which your symptoms improve.

Q. What food is to be avoided while taking Afrelect 1mg Tablet?

It is best if you avoid aged cheese, herring (fish), and red wine. But, since taking these foods with Afrelect 1mg Tablet does not affect blood pressure or heart rate, these can be taken in very small amounts.

Q. Can Afrelect 1mg Tablet cause cancer?

Patients of Parkinson’s disease are at a higher risk of skin cancer. The same risk is also seen in patients taking Afrelect 1mg Tablet. Therefore, you should undergo periodic examinations to detect skin cancer if you are taking Afrelect 1mg Tablet.

Q. Is it safe to drive if I am taking Afrelect 1mg Tablet?

If you experience excessive daytime sleepiness or fall asleep suddenly, then avoid driving, operate machinery or work at heights during Afrelect 1mg Tablet treatment.

Q. One morning I fainted after getting up from bed. Was it because of Afrelect 1mg Tablet? What should I do?

It could be due to Afrelect 1mg Tablet. If you feel lightheaded, dizzy or faint while getting up from bed, get up slowly. This will help your body get used to the change in position and blood pressure. If this problem continues or gets worse, talk to your doctor.

Q. I am experiencing a runny nose and cold since I began taking Afrelect 1mg Tablet. Can I take Vicks?

No, you should not take Vicks or any other medicine containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine. These cold remedies interfere with Rasagiline and are not recommended. Take your doctor’s advice to treat your runny nose and cold.

Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 18th Feb 2020.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

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