What is Tetrabenazine?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: TetrabenazineBrand:
Tetrabenazine is a central monoamine-depleting agent. It is used in the treatment of chorea (involuntary, jerky movements, especially of the arms, legs, and face) associated with Huntington’s disease.
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How do members experience Tetrabenazine?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington's disease | 86 | 2 | |
| Chorea movements | 3 | 1 | |
| Spinal myoclonus | 1 | 2 | |
| Tourette syndrome | 1 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Drowsiness | 1 | |
| Excessive daytime sleepiness (somnolence) | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 3 |
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