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About Setaxone 45mg Tablet

IDEBENONE belongs to a group of medications called ‘antioxidant’ used in the treatment of Friedreich ataxia and Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON). Friedreich ataxia is a rare inherited disorder that causes difficulty in walking and speech impairment. LHON is an eye disease that is an inherited genetic disorder. It occurs due to a defect in the genes that affect the cells in the eye responsible for producing energy to function normally.

Uses of Setaxone 45mg Tablet

Friedreich ataxia and Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON)

Medicinal Benefits of Setaxone 45mg Tablet

IDEBENONE contains ‘Idebenone’ which is a potent antioxidant. It works by neutralizing the free radicals in the body that cause damage to the tissues. It can be well-tolerated in young and adult patients. It shows the best recovery of eye-sight when used in patients with Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy. IDEBENONE can slow down damage to the nervous system in patients with Friedreich ataxia, thereby improving symptoms.

Directions for Use

IDEBENONE is available in the form of tablets. The dose and duration are given by the doctor based on your health condition. Tablets should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break them. It is preferably taken with food to absorb the maximum amount of medicine from the stomach into the blood.

Side Effects of Setaxone 45mg Tablet

• Nasopharyngitis (cold)
• Cough
• Diarrhoea
  • Back pain

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

IDEBENONE should be used with caution in patients with blood-related disorders, liver, or kidney problems. IDEBENONE may cause a change in urine colour to reddish-brown. This effect is harmless and doesn’t require a change in dose or discontinuation of therapy. However, change in urine colour may also occur due to kidney or bladder problems. So, consult a doctor and do urine tests to rule out any kidney or bladder problems. IDEBENONE may advise you to check your eye-sight before taking this medicine and during the treatment regularly. IDEBENONE contains lactose, so inform your doctor if you have an intolerance to sugars. IDEBENONE contains sunset yellow (a colourant), which may cause allergic reactions. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 IDEBENONE may interact with medicines used to treat allergy (astemizole and terfenadine), a medicine used to treat heartburn (cisapride), a medicine used to treat muscle and speech tics associated with Tourette syndrome (pimozide), a medicine used to treat heart rhythm disorders (quinidine), a medicine used to treat migraine (dihydroergotamine and ergotamine), an anaesthetic (alfentanil), a medicine used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis (cyclosporine), medicines used to suppress immune systems (sirolimus and tacrolimus), and pain relievers (fentanyl).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

IDEBENONE should be used with caution in patients with blood-related disorders, liver disease, and kidney problems.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with IDEBENONE to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

PREGNANCY

There is no sufficient data to establish safe use of IDEBENONE in pregnant women. So, your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

IDEBENONE may pass into breastmilk and cause harm to the nursing baby. So, Caution should be exercised, and it is advisable to consult a doctor before using it.

DRIVING

IDEBENONE may not affect your ability to drive.

LIVER

• There is no sufficient data to establish safe use of IDEBENONE in patients with liver diseases. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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KIDNEY

There is no sufficient data to establish safe use of IDEBENONE in patients with kidney diseases. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you