Generic name: selegiline (transdermal) [ se-LE-ji-leen ]
Brand name: Emsam
Dosage form: transdermal film, extended release (12 mg/24 hr; 6 mg/24 hr; 9 mg/24 hr)
Drug classes:Dopaminergic antiparkinsonism agents, Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
What is selegiline transdermal?
Selegiline prevents the breakdown of chemicals in the brain that are often imbalanced in people with depression.
Selegiline transdermal is used to treat major depressive disorder in adults and adolescents who are at least 12 years old.
Selegiline may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use selegiline if you have an adrenal gland tumor or if you are using certain other medicines. Many drugs can interact with selegiline, and some drugs should not be used together.
Some young people have thoughts about suicide when first using an antidepressant. Stay alert to changes in your mood or symptoms. Report any new or worsening symptoms to your doctor.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use selegiline if you are allergic to it, or if you have pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal gland).
Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used with selegiline. Your doctor may need to change your treatment plan if you have used any of the following drugs within the past 2 to 5 weeks:
