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Selegiline Hydrochloride is a potent selective monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) primarily used in the management of Parkinson's disease and major depressive disorder.
Selegiline Hydrochloride is a potent, selective monoamine oxidase B (MAO-B) inhibitor primarily used in the management of Parkinson's disease and major depressive disorder. By inhibiting the breakdown of dopamine in the brain, Selegiline Hydrochloride helps to alleviate symptoms associated with dopamine deficiency, such as tremors, stiffness, and movement difficulties.
In addition to its neurological benefits, Selegiline Hydrochloride has been explored for its potential neuroprotective properties, which may contribute to slowing the progression of neurodegenerative diseases. This API is often utilized in compounded formulations to tailor dosages and delivery methods to meet specific patient needs, enhancing therapeutic outcomes.
Selegiline Hydrochloride is typically well-tolerated, but prescribers should be aware of potential interactions with other medications, particularly those affecting serotonin levels, to avoid adverse effects such as serotonin syndrome. Its use in compounded formulations allows for flexibility in administration, including transdermal and oral routes, providing options for patients with varying preferences and medical requirements.
For healthcare providers, understanding the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of Selegiline Hydrochloride is crucial for optimizing treatment regimens. This includes monitoring for side effects such as insomnia, nausea, and orthostatic hypotension, and adjusting dosages accordingly to maintain patient safety and efficacy of the treatment.
Each of these is compounded to order at our Warwick, Rhode Island pharmacy and requires a prescription.
We do not have a patient page for this ingredient yet. That does not mean we cannot make it. Bayview compounds this ingredient to a prescriber's order, and our full compounding formulary lists every preparation we make. Viewing the formulary requires a prescriber account.
Prescriber sign inA sample of preparations from our formulary. Strengths and dose forms are customised to the prescription.
Other salt forms of this molecule, and ingredients commonly compounded alongside it.
This page describes an active pharmaceutical ingredient, not a finished drug product. Bayview Pharmacy compounds preparations containing it only on a prescriber's order for an individual patient.
Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved, and the FDA has not evaluated them for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality. Nothing on this page is a claim that any preparation is effective for any condition.
A valid prescription is required. Availability depends on Bayview's licensure in your state. This page is general information, not medical advice — discuss your situation with a licensed healthcare provider.
Our pharmacists work with prescribers to build preparations around a patient's dose, form and tolerances. Ask us what is possible with this ingredient.
