Medical expert of the article
New publications
Preparations
Jumex
Last reviewed: 03.07.2025
All iLive content is medically reviewed or fact checked to ensure as much factual accuracy as possible.
We have strict sourcing guidelines and only link to reputable media sites, academic research institutions and, whenever possible, medically peer reviewed studies. Note that the numbers in parentheses ([1], [2], etc.) are clickable links to these studies.
If you feel that any of our content is inaccurate, out-of-date, or otherwise questionable, please select it and press Ctrl + Enter.
Yumex is an antiparkinsonian drug.
Indications Jumex
Yumex is prescribed for Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease and mild senile dementia.
Release form
Yumex is available in tablet form, 50 tablets per package.
Pharmacodynamics
Yumex is a MAO inhibitor. It inhibits the reuptake of dopamine.
Pharmacokinetics
Yumex is rapidly absorbed and distributed. Yumex metabolites are mainly excreted by the kidneys with urine within 3 days.
Dosing and administration
For Parkinson's disease - 5-10 mg per day. For Alzheimer's disease - 5 mg per day in the morning once.
Use Jumex during pregnancy
No studies have been conducted on the effects of Yumex on pregnancy and lactation. The drug is used in women who have passed the reproductive age.
Contraindications
Yumex is contraindicated in case of individual sensitivity to the components, in combination with serotonin reuptake inhibitors, antidepressants and pethidine.
Side effects Jumex
When using Yumex, allergic reactions, dry mouth, decreased blood pressure, decreased vision, and sleep problems may occur.
[ 1 ]
Overdose
Overdose of Yumex does not have a specific clinical picture; treatment is aimed at eliminating symptoms.
Interactions with other drugs
There is an undesirable interaction with pethidine and serotonin reuptake inhibitors, in the latter case, an increase in blood pressure, hallucinations and psychosis are possible. The mechanism of this interaction is not fully understood. When taken together with antidepressants, severe toxic damage to the central nervous system with tremor and sharp jumps in blood pressure is possible. When taking the drug simultaneously with traditional MAO inhibitors, it is necessary to follow a diet with limited cheese and yeast. The "cheese effect" is accompanied by arterial hypertension.
[ 2 ]
Storage conditions
At room temperature, in original packaging.
Shelf life
Yumex is stored for 3 years from the date of manufacture.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Jumex" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.