Afrelect

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

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

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

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

It could be due to Rasagiline. 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.

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.