Achora (Tetrabenzine) 50 Tablets

​Achora (Tetrabenazine) 50 Tablets is a prescription medication used primarily to manage hyperkinetic movement disorders, such as chorea associated with Huntington’s disease. Each tablet contains tetrabenazine, a VMAT2 inhibitor that works by depleting monoamines like dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine in the central nervous system, thereby reducing involuntary movements.​

Indications:
Achora is indicated for:​

• Treatment of chorea associated with Huntington’s disease.
• Management of tardive dyskinesia.
• Control of other hyperkinetic movement disorders as determined by a healthcare professional.

Side Effects:
Common side effects of tetrabenazine include:​

• Drowsiness or fatigue
• Insomnia
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Nausea
• Akathisia (a feeling of inner restlessness)
• Parkinsonism (symptoms similar to Parkinson’s disease)
• Orthostatic hypotension (drop in blood pressure upon standing)

Contraindications:
Achora should not be used in:​

• Patients with active suicidal thoughts or untreated depression.
• Individuals with hepatic impairment.
• Patients concurrently taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or reserpine.
• Individuals with known hypersensitivity to tetrabenazine or any component of the formulation.

Price Comparison:
Below is a comparison of the price for Tetrabenazine 25 mg tablets in various countries. Prices are approximate and may vary based on the pharmacy and location.​
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Top 5 Global Brands of Tetrabenazine:
Xenazine – Marketed by Lundbeck, widely used in the USA and Europe.

Nitoman – Available in Canada, used for similar indications.

Revocon – Produced by Sun Pharmaceuticals, commonly used in India and the UK.

Ticstop – Manufactured by Grievers Remedies, available in select markets.

Tetrazin – Marketed by Taj Pharmaceuticals in India.