PRODUCT DETAILS

About Almantin 5mg Tablet

MEMANTINE belongs to a group of medicines called anti-dementia agents used to treat moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's disease is a neurological disorder that causes dementia (memory loss), and slowly destroys the ability to think, learn, communicate, and handling daily activities.

Uses of Almantin 5mg Tablet

Alzheimer's disease

Medicinal Benefits of Almantin 5mg Tablet

MEMANTINE belongs to a group of anti-dementia agents called NMDA receptor antagonist. MEMANTINE is used to treat moderate to severe dementia (memory loss) of Alzheimer's disease. MEMANTINE acts on the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptors involved in transmitting nerve signals which play an important role in memory. MEMANTINE works by decreasing the brain's abnormal activity and may improve the ability to think and remember or might slow the loss of these abilities in people with Alzheimer's disease.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet/capsule. Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.

Side Effects of Almantin 5mg Tablet

• Headache
• Sleepiness
• Dizziness
• Confusion
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Balance disorders
• High blood pressure
• Shortness of breath
  • Elevated liver function tests

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take MEMANTINE if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have/had epilepsy (fits), heart attack, congestive heart failure, or uncontrolled high blood pressure. Talk to your doctor if you change your diet from normal to strict vegetarian or if you are having any kidney problems or urinary tract infections. Avoid taking amantadine (used to treat Parkinson's disease), ketamine (anesthetic), dextromethorphan (used to treat cough), and other NMDA-antagonists at the same time. Consult your doctor before taking MEMANTINE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as MEMANTINE causes dizziness, sleepiness, and may affect reactivity. Avoid consuming alcohol along with MEMANTINE as it could lead to increased dizziness. MEMANTINE is not recommended for children below 18years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 MEMANTINE may have interaction with antiparkinson's (amantadine), anaesthetic (ketamine), anti-tussive (dextromethorphan), skeletal muscle relaxant (dantrolene, baclofen), antacid (cimetidine, ranitidine), anti-arrhythmic (procainamide, quinidine), anti-malarial (quinine), an alkaloid (nicotine), diuretic (hydrochlorothiazide), dopaminergic agonist (levodopa, bromocriptine), anti-psychotic (quetiapine), anticonvulsants (used to treat fits), barbiturates (used to induce sleep), neuroleptics (used to treat mental disorders), and oral anticoagulants.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure, liver or kidney impairment.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking MEMANTINE as it may cause increased dizziness.

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PREGNANCY

• MEMANTINE belongs to pregnancy category B. Caution should be exercised; it is advisable to consult a doctor before using MEMANTINE.

BREAST FEEDING

• It is not recommended to breastfeed while taking MEMANTINE. Consult your doctor before taking MEMANTINE if you are breastfeeding.

DRIVING

• MEMANTINE causes dizziness, sleepiness and might change your reactivity. Do not drive or operate machinery.

LIVER

• MEMANTINE should be used with caution in patients with severe hepatic impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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KIDNEY

• Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with severe kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.