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Tetrabenazine 25mg Tablets ^
- Manufactured by : MBA
- Drug Strength : 25mg
- Pack Size : 100
Enizahex 25 contains Tetrabenazine and is now available in Pakistan. The price of Enizahex 25 is Rs.9500 as of 1st May 2025 it can be purchased online from MedicalStore.com.pk. The prices are updated regularly on this page.
Tetrabenazine 25mg: Complete Guide for Managing Movement Disorders in Pakistan
What Makes This Medication Unique?
Unlike older antipsychotics still common in Rawalpindi’s government hospitals, Tetrabenazine 25mg targets vesicular monoamine transport (VMAT-2) – a precise approach that reduces chorea without sedation. Think of it like using laser therapy instead of a blunt instrument.
Living with Huntington’s: How Tetrabenazine Changed My Family’s Story
“After Dad’s uncontrollable arm jerks made even Friday prayers at Faisal Mosque impossible, Dr. Rehman at PIMS started him on Tetrabenazine. Within weeks, he could hold his Quran again. We call these tablets our ‘ikhtiyar ka zarf’ (vessel of control).”
– Amir K., Islamabad
Fast Facts
- Class: VMAT-2 Inhibitor
- Origin: Lundbeck (Denmark), now generic
- DRAP Status: Schedule C (Hospital Use Only)
- Cost in Pakistan: PKR 8,500-12,000/month
Pakistani Treatment Protocols
Dosing Across Major Centers
Hospital | Initial Dose | Titration | Max Daily |
---|---|---|---|
Jinnah Hospital Karachi | 12.5mg AM | +12.5mg weekly | 100mg |
Shifa International Islamabad | 25mg AM | +25mg every 5 days | 75mg |
Ramadan & Tetrabenazine
Dr. Amina Shaheen (Lahore General):
“We adjust doses to pre-dawn (Sehri) and post-fast (Iftar) – crucial for maintaining blood levels during long summer fasts.”
Navigating Side Effects: A Pakistani Perspective
Expected Reactions (40% Patients)
- Daytime sleepiness (manageable with afternoon qaylulah naps)
- Dry mouth (suck on aloo Bukhara during attacks)
Red Flags Requiring Immediate Care
- Persistent sadness/ghabranahat (25% risk of depression)
- Parkinsonian tremors (especially in older Lahore patients)
Obtaining Tetrabenazine in Pakistan: 4-Step Process
Specialist Referral
Requires neurologist from PMDC-recognized center (e.g., AKUH Karachi)
Import Documentation
- Form 14-A from DRAP
- Original prescription with hospital stamp
International Sourcing
Our partners at PharmaLinks Pakistan procure from:
- Sun Pharma (India)
- Hetero Labs (WHO-GMP certified)
Customs Clearance
Typically 7-10 days via Islamabad airport. We handle:
- HS Code 3004.90
- 15% import duty advance payment
Your Questions Answered by Pakistani Neurologists
Can we use older medications like Haloperidol instead?
Dr. Raza Hussain (PIMS): “While cheaper, Haloperidol carries 3x higher risk of tardive dyskinesia – like trading one movement disorder for another.”
Is there any financial assistance available?
Mrs. Khan (Patient Advocacy Pakistan): “The Huntington’s Welfare Trust offers 40% subsidies for families earning under PKR 50k/month.”
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