Emsam
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What is Emsam?
Emsam (selegiline transdermal system) is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) used primarily for the treatment of major depressive disorder in adults. It is administered via a transdermal patch which allows selegiline to be absorbed through the skin, thus bypassing the gastrointestinal system and potentially reducing dietary restrictions typically associated with other MAOIs. Emsam offers a unique delivery method, providing a steady absorption of medication intended to help manage symptoms of depression.Side Effects
- Anxiety, restlessness, fever, sweating, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, seeing or hearing things that are not there
- Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
- Feeling more excited or energetic than usual, trouble sleeping
Warnings
- Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, or if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or a history of seizures, bipolar disorder, or mania.
- Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine and for 5 days after your last dose.
- For some children, teenagers, and young adults, this medicine may increase mental or emotional problems. This may lead to thoughts of suicide and violence. Talk with your doctor right away if you have any thoughts or behavior changes that concern you. Tell your doctor if you or anyone in your family has a history of bipolar disorder or suicide attempts.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Extremely high blood pressure, which could be life-threatening Serotonin syndrome (when used with other medicines)
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What is Emsam ?
Emsam (selegiline transdermal system) is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) used primarily for the treatment of major depressive disorder in adults. It is administered via a transdermal patch which allows selegiline to be absorbed through the skin, thus bypassing the gastrointestinal system and potentially reducing dietary restrictions typically associated with other MAOIs. Emsam offers a unique delivery method, providing a steady absorption of medication intended to help manage symptoms of depression.- Anxiety, restlessness, fever, sweating, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, seeing or hearing things that are not there
- Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
- Feeling more excited or energetic than usual, trouble sleeping
- Stiff neck, nausea, vomiting, sweating, light sensitivity
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Unusual behavior, thoughts of hurting yourself or others
- Frequent or severe headache, fast or pounding heartbeat
- Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, or if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or a history of seizures, bipolar disorder, or mania.
- Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine and for 5 days after your last dose.
- For some children, teenagers, and young adults, this medicine may increase mental or emotional problems. This may lead to thoughts of suicide and violence. Talk with your doctor right away if you have any thoughts or behavior changes that concern you. Tell your doctor if you or anyone in your family has a history of bipolar disorder or suicide attempts.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Extremely high blood pressure, which could be life-threatening Serotonin syndrome (when used with other medicines)
- Do not let the patch get too hot. Avoid direct sunlight. Do not use an electric blanket or heating pad, heat lamp, sauna, hot tub, or a heated water bed while you are wearing it.
- Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests. Also, this medicine may interact with the dye used during some medical tests.
- This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you. Stand or sit up slowly if you feel lightheaded.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
- Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely.
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