Idebest Tablet belongs to a group of medications called ‘antioxidant’ used to treat Friedreich ataxia and Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON). Friedreich ataxia is a rare inherited disorder that causes difficulty walking and speech impairment. LHON is an eye disease that is an inherited genetic disorder. It occurs due to a defect in the genes that affect the cells in the eye responsible for producing energy to function normally.
Idebest Tablet contains ‘Idebenone’, which is a potent antioxidant. It acts by neutralising the free radicals, which cause damage to the tissues. It restores the ability of cells to produce energy. This effect provides the energy for the inactive cells to work normally, thereby improving lost vision in patients with LHON. It helps to reduce damage to the nervous system and the heart in Friedreich ataxia.
Idebest Tablet is available in the form of tablets. You should take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Idebest Tablet are nasopharyngitis (cold), cough, diarrhoea, and back pain. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor immediately.
Do not take Idebest Tablet if you are allergic to Idebenone or any other contents present in it. Before taking Idebest Tablet , inform your doctor if you have any blood-related disorders, or liver, or kidney problems. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Idebest Tablet may make your urine reddish-brown in colour; however, it is harmless. Idebest Tablet should not be used in children below 12 years of age. Idebest Tablet may require dose adjustments in elderly patients. There is no sufficient data to prove the safe use of alcohol while taking Idebest Tablet , so please consult your doctor. Idebest Tablet may not affect your ability to drive.