Safinamide methanesulfonate

Safinamide methanesulfonate

Status	Pipeline
Therapeutic cat.	Neurology
Polymorphic form	Crystalline anhydrous form A1
CAS No.	202825-46-5
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Drug description

Safinamide is monoamine oxidase inhibitor type B (MAO-B). safinamide works by allowing a chemical called dopamine (DOE pa meen) to work for longer periods of time in the brain. Low levels of dopamine in the brain are associated with Parkinson's disease.Safinamide is given with levodopa and carbidopa to treat "wearing-off" episodes (muscle stiffness, loss of muscle control) in people with Parkinson's disease.Safinamide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

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