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Dalfampridine

डल्फैम्प्रिडाइन

What it is

Dalfampridine is a medicine that helps improve walking in adults with multiple sclerosis (MS). It requires a prescription in India.

What it is used for

Dalfampridine is used to improve walking in adults with multiple sclerosis (MS). It helps by strengthening the signals sent by the brain through nerves that have been damaged by MS.

  • Improve walking in adults with multiple sclerosis (MS)

How it works

Dalfampridine works by blocking potassium channels in the body. This action helps to strengthen the signals sent by the brain through nerves that have been damaged by multiple sclerosis (MS), thereby improving walking ability.

How it is sold in India

In India Dalfampridine comes as tablets.

Common side effects

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See a doctor straight away if

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience seizures, painful, difficult, or frequent urination, fever or chills, or pain in the back, side, or stomach.

Who should not take it

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Brand names

1 medicines sold in India contain Dalfampridine.

Brands sold in India include Dalstep. Whichever name is on the strip, the medicine inside is the one described on this page.

Where this comes from

We do not publish doses. How much to take depends on your age, weight and other conditions — ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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