Xadago

Parkinson's Disease
Treatment
2 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Xadago

What is Xadago

SafinamideThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummarySafinamide is a medication used to treat Parkinson’s disease. It was approved for use in Europe in 2015 and in the United States in 2017.
Xadagois the brand name
Xadago Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Xadago
Safinamide
2017
4

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Safinamide, otherwise known as Xadago, is approved by the FDA for 2 uses including Parkinson's Disease (PD) and Parkinson's Disease .
Parkinson's Disease (PD)
Used in combination with other therapies
Parkinson's Disease
Used in combination with other therapies

Effectiveness

How Xadago works in the bodySafinamide is an effective drug with many ways of working in the body. It blocks certain molecules that cause nerve damage, protects and rescues neurons, and prevents the release of glutamate. These effects make it a safe and effective treatment for many neurological conditions.

When to interrupt dosage

The extent of Xadago is reliant upon the diagnosed issue. The quantity of dosage fluctuates as per the mode of delivery featured in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Parkinson's Disease
, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral

Warnings

Xadago has seventeen contraindications. Individuals dealing with any of the conditions provided in the following table should not take Xadago.Xadago Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Severe Hepatic Impairment
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Xadago.
Common Xadago Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
2,5-Dimethoxy-4-ethylamphetamine
Major
Safinamide may increase the hypertensive activities of 2,5-Dimethoxy-4-ethylamphetamine.
2,5-Dimethoxy-4-ethylthioamphetamine
Major
Safinamide may increase the hypertensive activities of 2,5-Dimethoxy-4-ethylthioamphetamine.
4-Bromo-2,5-dimethoxyamphetamine
Major
Safinamide may increase the hypertensive activities of 4-Bromo-2,5-dimethoxyamphetamine.
4-Methoxyamphetamine
Major
Safinamide may increase the hypertensive activities of 4-Methoxyamphetamine.
5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine
Major
The metabolism of 5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine can be decreased when combined with Safinamide.
Xadago Toxicity & Overdose RiskOverdosing on Abilify can cause involuntary movements, falls, nausea, difficulty sleeping, high blood pressure, dizziness when standing, hallucinations, restlessness or excessive energy, and feeling sick to the stomach.

Xadago Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Xadago?

45 active studies are currently assessing the potential of Xadago to alleviate the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Parkinson's Disease
39 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 4, Phase 2, Phase 3, Early Phase 1

Xadago Reviews: What are patients saying about Xadago?

5Patient Review
2/9/2022
Xadago for Parkinson's Disease
My parent was having a really tough time with Parkinson's and the added tremor, dystonia, and gait problems. Selegiline just made things worse. But Xadago has completely improved everything and restored their ability to walk without pain or difficulty.
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Patient Q&A Section about xadago

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is Xadago used for?

"XADAGO is a prescription medicine used with levodopa and carbidopa to treat adults with Parkinson's disease (PD) who are having "off" episodes. XADAGO is a monoamine oxidase type B (MAO-B) inhibitor."

Answered by AI

What is the best time to take Xadago?

"Xadago should be taken once a day, typically in the morning, on top of a person's regular levodopa medication schedule. Xadago is an inhibitor of monoamine oxidase B (MAO-B)."

Answered by AI

Is there a generic for Xadago?

"As of now, there is no cheaper generic version of Xadago. The most popular form of Xadago is covered by 61% of insurance companies with a co-pay ranging from $60.00 to $75.00. Even so, some pharmacy coupons or cash prices could be lower. Compare MAOIs."

Answered by AI

How much does Xadago cost?

"The cost for Xadago oral tablet 50 mg is around $1,121 for a supply of 30 tablets. This price is for cash paying customers only and does not include insurance plans."

Answered by AI

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