Prescription requiredAnti-Parkinsonian

Rasalect 0.5 Tablet — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Rasalect 0.5 Tablet is used for Treatment of Parkinson’s disease, as monotherapy in early Parkinson’s disease or as add-on to levodopa in patients with motor fluctuations (wearing-off)..

Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated July 2026

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Active Ingredient / Composition

Rasagiline (0.5mg)

What is Rasalect 0.5 Tablet used for?

Treatment of Parkinson’s disease
as monotherapy in early Parkinson’s disease or as add-on to levodopa in patients with motor fluctuations (wearing-off).

How Rasalect 0.5 Tablet Works

Rasagiline is a selective, irreversible monoamine oxidase-B (MAO-B) inhibitor. It increases dopamine levels in the brain by reducing dopamine breakdown, improving motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

Dosage & Directions

Oral tablet; take exactly as prescribed, usually once daily at the same time each day. Can be taken with or without food. Do not stop or change dose without medical advice.

Always follow your doctor's prescription. Do not self-medicate.

Key Benefits

Improves motor symptoms in Parkinson’s disease
Helps reduce wearing-off when used with levodopa
May improve daily functioning and mobility
Once-daily dosing
May reduce need for higher levodopa doses in some patients

Pregnancy

Consult doctor

Alcohol Interaction

Use with caution

Rasalect 0.5 Tablet — Quick Facts

Composition: Rasagiline (0.5mg)
Therapeutic class: Anti-Parkinsonian
Drug class: Selective MAO-B inhibitor
Prescription: Required (Rx)
Price: ₹120
Habit forming: No
Storage: Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original blister pack and out of reach of children.

Rasalect 0.5 Tablet — Usage FAQs

How should I take this medicine?

Follow the dosage prescribed by your doctor. Do not alter the dose without medical advice.

Can I take this medicine without a prescription?

Prescription-required medicines need a valid Rx. OTC medicines can be purchased directly.

What if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is close to your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose.

How long does it take to show effect?

The time to show effect varies by medicine and condition. Consult your doctor for specific timelines.

Rasalect 0.5 Tablet — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Rasalect 0.5 Tablet used for?

How Rasalect 0.5 Tablet Works

Dosage & Directions

Key Benefits

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

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Rasalect 0.5 Tablet — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Rasalect 0.5 Tablet used for?

How Rasalect 0.5 Tablet Works

Dosage & Directions

Key Benefits

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

Rasalect 0.5 Tablet — Quick Facts

Rasalect 0.5 Tablet — Usage FAQs

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Safety disclaimer