Nitoman (Tetrabenazine) Tablet

Nitoman Tablet is used to treat Huntington’s disease, a condition in which nerve cells in the brain breakdown over time, thus deteriorating the person’s physical and mental abilities. It also helps to relieve uncontrollable and jerky movements of the body.

Nitoman Tablet should be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. This medication mustn’t be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience neuroleptic malignant syndrome, characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness or seizures.

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.

 Uses Of Nitoman Tablet

• Huntington’s disease

Benefits Of Nitoman Tablet

In Huntington’s Disease

Huntington’s disease is a rare inherited disease that results in the death of nerve cells in the brain. As a result, there are problems with mental as well as physical functions. The affected person has coordination issues, impaired thinking, uncontrollable movements etc. Nitoman Tablet helps to treat these symptoms and also controls these jerky movements. This medicine can therefore enhance the quality of life by improving the ability to carry out daily functions in a better manner.

Side Effects Of Nitoman Tablet

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

Common Side Effects Of Nitoman

• Nausea
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Anxiety
• Fatigue
• Sleepiness
• Akathisia (inability to stay still)
• Depression

How To Use Nitoman Tablet

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

How Nitoman Tablet Works

Nitoman Tablet works by depleting the stores of certain chemical messengers in the brain that helps in controlling body movements.