Afrelect 0.5mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
📋 Prescription Required
💊 Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
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SaathiMed Expert Panel | Sep 21, 2026
What is afrelect 0.5mg tablet used for?
Afrelect 0.5mg Tablet contains Rasagiline, a monoamine oxidase inhibitor used to treat Parkinson's disease. It works by increasing dopamine levels in the brain, improving motor symptoms and reducing off episodes. Take once daily in the morning without food. Common side effects include headache, joint pain, and indigestion.
- Generic Name: Rasagiline (0.5mg)
- Manufacturer: Taj Pharma India Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
💡 Did You Know? The Indian pharmaceutical market is expected to reach $130 billion by 2030.
💊 afrelect 0.5mg tablet Uses & Benefits
- Detailed medical information for afrelect 0.5mg tablet is being prepared by our medical team.
- Please consult your doctor for complete information.
📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Rasagiline (0.5mg) |
| Brand Name | afrelect 0.5mg tablet |
| Manufacturer | Taj Pharma India Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | MAO-B Inhibitors |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
💡 How to Take afrelect 0.5mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
🌅 Morning ✅
☀️ Afternoon ❌
🌆 Evening ❌
🌙 Night ❌
⚠️ Side Effects of afrelect 0.5mg tablet
- Joint pain
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Indigestion
- Flu-like symptoms
- Depression
- Cough
- Peripheral edema
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| MAOIs | Major | Hypertensive crisis |
| SSRIs | Moderate | Serotonin syndrome |
| Sympathomimetics | Major | Increased blood pressure |
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🔄 Substitutes for afrelect 0.5mg tablet
View AllAlternative brands with exact same active ingredient:
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rasipar 0.5mg tabletAjanta Pharma Ltd ₹40.85 39% CHEAPER
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rasalect 0.5 tabletSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd ₹120.00 79.1% COSTLIER
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relgin 0.5 tabletIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd ₹120.00 79.1% COSTLIER
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rasagin 0.5mg tabletNatco Pharma Ltd ₹135.00 101.5% COSTLIER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.