Tetrabenazine
Tetrabenazine
Tetrabenazine (pronounced: tet-ra-ben-a-zeen) is a drug used primarily in the treatment of Huntington's disease, as well as other movement disorders.
Etymology
The term "Tetrabenazine" is derived from its chemical structure, which contains four (tetra) benzene rings.
Usage
Tetrabenazine works by decreasing the amount of certain chemicals in the body that are overly active in people with Huntington's disease. It is also used to treat tardive dyskinesia, a neurological disorder caused by long-term use of certain psychiatric drugs.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Tetrabenazine include drowsiness, insomnia, depression, and nausea. In rare cases, it can cause serious side effects such as neuroleptic malignant syndrome, a life-threatening neurological disorder.
Related Terms
- Huntington's disease: A genetic disorder that causes progressive degeneration of brain cells, resulting in physical and mental deterioration.
- Tardive dyskinesia: A neurological disorder caused by long-term use of certain psychiatric drugs.
- Neuroleptic malignant syndrome: A life-threatening neurological disorder most often caused by an adverse reaction to neuroleptic or antipsychotic drugs.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tetrabenazine
- Wikipedia's article - Tetrabenazine
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