Drug Information - Eldepryl Equivalent - Selegiline

What Is Eldepryl?

Eldepryl is the brand name medication for treatment of symptoms related to Parkinson's Disease in people who are taking levodopa and carbidopa combination (Sinemet). Typical symptoms include tremors, loss of movement, rigid muslces, slowed motion & slowed speech. Eldepryl may help people with Parkinson's disease by decreasing the dose of levodopa & carbidopa needed to control the symptoms, stopping the effects of levodopa & carbidopa from wearing off between doses.

Eldepryl comes in a capsule form and and orally dissolving tablet. Capsule forms are usually taken twice per day, and the tablet is usually taken once per day. Your doctor will provide specific instructions and dosages for you with your prescription.


What Is Selegiline?

Selegiline is the generic equivalent of Eldepryl. Selegiline contains the same active ingredients as Eldepryl and therefore works in the same way yet costs a lot less. Some non-active ingredients will be different such as color. The tablets may look different in shape and size but these will be the only differences. The cost of medication is a problem for many people with bills reaching unaffordable heights. Generic drugs have provided people with affordable medication to allow them to have a better quality of life.


Where To Buy Eldepryl / Selegiline

To buy Eldepryl or the generic equivalent Selegiline you need to have a valid prescription from a doctor. Once you have this prescription you can either visit your local pharmacy or purchase from an online pharmacy. Buying prescription drugs online will save you the most money due to the minimal costs associated with running an online store. If you decide to buy online, make sure the pharmacy is licensed such as MedStoreInternational.com To find the nearest local pharmacy, visit this pharmacy directory.


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