Azilect® Tablets for Parkinson's Disease

Azilect is a prescription MAO-B inhibitor for Parkinson’s disease. It helps reduce motor fluctuations and supports smoother movement control. Available with US delivery from Canada, you can review Azilect price without insurance alongside options that fit your needs.

What Azilect Is and How It Works

Azilect® contains rasagiline, a selective monoamine oxidase-B inhibitor. By limiting dopamine breakdown in the brain, it may improve tremor, stiffness, and slowness. Many people use this medicine alone early in Parkinson’s or alongside carbidopa/levodopa as symptoms progress.

Border Free Health connects U.S. patients with licensed Canadian partner pharmacies; prescriptions are verified with prescribers before dispensing.

Rasagiline mesylate tablets act on dopamine metabolism and are taken once daily. The treatment is selective for MAO-B at recommended doses, which helps minimize dietary restrictions compared with older, nonselective MAO inhibitors. Your prescriber will decide if monotherapy or adjunct therapy is appropriate based on your history and current regimen.

Who It’s For

This therapy is indicated for adults with Parkinson’s disease, either as monotherapy or as an adjunct to carbidopa/levodopa. It may be considered when motor symptoms impact daily tasks or when wearing-off emerges with levodopa. Explore our Parkinsons Disease page for related options.

People with severe liver impairment should not use it. Those with moderate hepatic impairment generally should avoid it; discuss risks if you have mild impairment. It is not for use with other MAO inhibitors, linezolid, or certain opioids due to serious interaction risks.

Dosage and Usage

This medicine is typically taken once each morning, with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole with water. Try to take it at the same time daily to support routine and adherence.

Many patients take a dopamine replacement alongside this treatment. If your clinician pairs it with carbidopa/levodopa, they may adjust that regimen to reduce wearing-off or dyskinesia. Some patients transition dosing when starting or stopping adjunct therapy. Always follow the official label and your prescriber’s instructions.

Rasagiline tablets are not intended to be split or crushed unless directed by a clinician. If you have liver concerns or are taking interacting medicines, your prescriber may recommend a different approach. Some patients using combination therapy will also hear about branded combinations; for example, see Levocarb for a related carbidopa/levodopa option.

Do not change your dose or stop abruptly without medical guidance. If symptoms worsen or adverse effects occur, contact your healthcare professional promptly.

Strengths and Forms

This product is supplied as oral tablets. Commonly available strengths include 0.5 mg and 1 mg, depending on market and manufacturer. Pack sizes may vary by pharmacy and country of origin. Availability can change based on stock and regulatory approvals.

Rasagiline mesylate tablets are considered a therapeutically equivalent option in many settings. Your prescriber and pharmacist will determine the appropriate selection for your prescription.

Missed Dose and Timing

If you miss a dose, take it when you remember the same day. If it is close to your next dose, skip the missed tablet and resume your regular schedule. Do not take two doses at once. Set device reminders or use a pill organizer to help maintain consistency.

Storage and Travel Basics

Store tablets at room temperature in a dry place. Keep them in the original container with the label intact, and protect from excess moisture. Do not store in a bathroom. Always keep medicines out of reach of children and pets.

When traveling, carry your medication in hand luggage with your prescription label visible. Bring an updated medication list and a copy of your prescription. For longer trips, pack a small buffer supply if your prescriber advises it. If traveling across time zones, keep your dosing anchored to your usual schedule when practical, or ask your clinician how to adjust.

Benefits

This MAO-B inhibitor can help extend dopamine activity in the brain. As a result, it may smooth wearing-off and improve daily motor control. It is taken once daily, which many patients find convenient. The treatment can be used alone or alongside levodopa, offering flexibility across different stages of Parkinson’s.

Some patients report improved on-time during the day when the tablets are used with levodopa. Your experience may vary. Keep a simple symptom diary to share during follow-up visits.

Side Effects and Safety

• Headache or dizziness
• Nausea or stomach discomfort
• Joint or muscle pain
• Dry mouth or constipation
• Insomnia or unusual dreams
• Flu-like symptoms
• Orthostatic hypotension

Serious effects can occur but are less common. Hallucinations or confusion may happen, especially in older adults or with dopaminergic therapy. Serotonin syndrome is possible when combined with serotonergic agents. Hypertension or hypertensive reactions can occur with interacting medicines. Report severe headache, chest pain, severe agitation, or sudden blood pressure changes to a clinician. People with Parkinson’s have a higher baseline melanoma risk; regular skin checks are recommended.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Do not combine with other MAO inhibitors or with linezolid. Avoid meperidine, tramadol, methadone, and propoxyphene due to serious reactions. Use caution with dextromethorphan. Combining with SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, or other serotonergic or sympathomimetic agents can raise the risk of serotonin syndrome or blood pressure changes.

At recommended doses, strict tyramine restriction is generally not required; however, use reasonable caution with very high tyramine foods and follow label guidance. Tell your prescriber about all prescription drugs, OTC products, and supplements you use. Alcohol may worsen dizziness or low blood pressure. People with moderate to severe hepatic impairment typically should not use rasagiline.

What to Expect Over Time

Effects are gradual and vary by person. Some patients see improved on-time and smoother movement when this therapy is added to levodopa. Others may notice subtle changes in daily tasks, stiffness, or tremor. Track your response over several weeks, and discuss your notes during check-ins with your prescriber.

As your condition changes, your clinician may adjust companion medicines or timing. Maintain consistent daily dosing and attend regular follow-ups. For broader neurology reading, see Vestibular Neuritis and Alzheimers Care 2024.

Compare With Alternatives

Two common options are often discussed with clinicians:

• Levodopa combination: Carbidopa/levodopa remains a core therapy. See Levodopa Carbidopa for an oral combination that directly replaces dopamine.
• Another MAO-B inhibitor: Selegiline is an alternative within the same class. Read about Selegiline to compare dosing and considerations.

Each option has distinct considerations, including sleep effects, interactions, and convenience. Your prescriber will help select a regimen that fits your history and goals.

Pricing and Access

We list current Azilect price transparently so you can compare options and discuss with your prescriber. Canadian pharmacy pricing may help reduce out-of-pocket costs. US fulfilment is supported through our partner network and inventory that Ships from Canada to US. If you use coupons, check our Promotions for current offers. We support encrypted checkout and pharmacist assistance when available.

If you need country-of-origin details for your order, review the attribute page for Canada. For broader therapy options, browse Neurology to explore additional treatments that may be relevant.

Availability and Substitutions

Supply can vary by strength, manufacturer, and pack size. If a specific brand is unavailable, pharmacies may dispense an equivalent product when authorized. Your prescriber may recommend Azilect generic if appropriate. If none of the options fit, an alternative Parkinson’s therapy may be suggested.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

This therapy may suit adults with Parkinson’s who need once-daily adjunct support or a monotherapy option. It may not suit those with moderate to severe liver impairment or patients taking restricted interacting drugs. People with uncontrolled hypertension, active psychosis, or severe cognitive impairment may need different approaches.

To lower costs, consider longer refill intervals if prescribed, as per your plan. Set refill reminders before your supply runs low. Compare formulary options and generic selections with your prescriber and pharmacist. Ask about manufacturer changes or pack sizes that may affect Azilect cash price. Using a simple medication list and calendar can prevent missed doses and avoid extra clinic visits.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• Is this therapy best as monotherapy or an add-on for me?
• What side effects should I watch for in the first few weeks?
• How might this interact with my antidepressant or cough medicines?
• Should I adjust carbidopa/levodopa dosing after starting this treatment?
• What should I do if I feel lightheaded when standing?
• Are any food precautions needed at my prescribed dose?
• How often should we reassess symptom control and falls risk?

Authoritative Sources

FDA Prescribing Information

DailyMed: Rasagiline

Health Canada DPD

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