Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
selegiline
Noun
/ˈsɛlədʒəˌliːn/
Definition
Selegiline is a medication used to treat Parkinson’s disease and major depressive disorder.
Examples
- Selegiline is often prescribed for patients experiencing early symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.
- Many patients report improvements in their mood when taking selegiline as part of their treatment plan.
- Be sure to discuss any potential side effects of selegiline with your healthcare provider.
Meaning
Selegiline helps to increase the levels of certain chemicals in the brain that are involved in mood and movement control.
Synonyms
- Deprenyl
- MSA (malignant syndrome of the anti-Parkinsonian treatment)
- Phenylethylamine analogue
