Introduction
Expert Advice
INDICATIONS
This medicine is used for the treatment of dementia (deterioration in memory) associated with
Alzheimer’s disease.
PREGNANCY
No damage of risk of damage in humans has been found to date, hence, it can be used but with caution.
LACTATION
It is advised to observe cautiousness while using this medicine.
SIDE EFFECTS
The side-effects are hallucinations, confusion, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, tiredness, hypertension,
constipation, shortness of breath, balance disorders, and elevated liver function tests.
PRECAUTIONS
This medicine should be cautiously used in patients with liver and kidney impairment. Precautions
should be taken in patients with epilepsy (abnormal brain activity), history of convulsions (uncontrolled
actions of the body), recent myocardial infarction, heart failure, and uncontrolled hypertension.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
This medicine is contraindicated in patients with severe liver impairment.
Primary Uses
Alzheimers disease
Indications
This medicine is used for the treatment of dementia (deterioration in memory) associated with
Alzheimer’s disease.
Side Effects
The side-effects are hallucinations, confusion, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, tiredness, hypertension,
constipation, shortness of breath, balance disorders, and elevated liver function tests.
Warnings
Pregnancy
No evidence of risk of damage in humans has been found to date, hence, it can be used but withcaution.
Lactation
It is advised to observe cautiousness while using this medicine.
Alcohol
Please avoid consuming alcohol when taking this medicine.
Precautions
This medicine should be cautiously used in patients with liver and kidney impairment. Precautionsshould be taken in patients with epilepsy (abnormal brain activity), history of convulsions (uncontrolledactions of the body), recent myocardial infarction, heart failure, and uncontrolled hypertension.
Contraindications
This medicine is contraindicated in patients with severe liver impairment.
FAQS
What are the uses of Memantine?
This medication is used for treatment of dementia (confusion) associated with Alzheimer’s disease. It does not cure the disease but helps improve memory and ability to perform daily tasks.
How to store Memantine?
Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
What are the precautions for taking Memantine?
• You may fall asleep suddenly or feel drowsy after taking this medicine (reported in some patients) therefore avoid doing work requiring alertness e.g. driving after taking this medicine
Does Memantine have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if no safer alternate is available. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine. The effects of this medicine on lactating females are unknown. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.
Disclaimer
Dawaai’s intention is to make sure that it’s consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.
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