This medication is used for treatment of Parkinson’s disease. It can help decrease symptoms such as tremors (shakiness), unsteadiness, slowed movements, stiffness, and improve the ability to move about. It can help decrease overall episodes of inability to move.
amantadine
This medicine is used in patients with Parkinson’s disease (a brain disorder that leads to difficulty in
balance), and herpes zoster (viral infection), also used in the prevention and treatment of New jersey
influenza who are at high risk.
Contradications
This medicine should be avoided in patients with severe kidney impairment, and patients with a history of
convulsions, gastric ulcers, and closed-angle glaucoma (increase in eye pressure).
Side effects
The following are its side-effects livedo reticularis (reddish-blue skin discoloration), peripheral edema
(accumulation of fluid in the lower limbs), skin rash, visual disturbances, gastrointestinal disturbances, headache,
blurred vision, dry mouth, sweating, anorexia (eating disorder), myalgia (muscle pain), and fatigue.
Expert Advice
Q. What is the use of this medicine?
This medicine is used in patients with Parkinson’s disease (a brain disorder that leads to difficulty in balance), and herpes zoster (viral infection), also used in the prevention and treatment of New jersey influenza who are at high risk
Q. How should it be stored?
Store this medicine at controlled room temperature depending on the medicine type and manufacturer. Keep the medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children.
Q. How to use it?
This medicine is used orally with or without food, as prescribed by the doctor.
Q. What are the contraindications?
This medicine should be avoided in patients with severe kidney impairment, and patients with a history of convulsions, gastric ulcers, and closed-angle glaucoma (increase in eye pressure).
Q. What are its side-effects?
The following are its side-effects livedo reticularis (reddish-blue skin discoloration), peripheral edema (accumulation of fluid in the lower limbs), skin rash, visual disturbances, gastrointestinal disturbances, headache, blurred vision, dry mouth, sweating, anorexia (eating disorder), myalgia (muscle pain), and fatigue.
Q. What are its precautions?
This medicine should be avoided in patients with severe liver impairment, moderate kidney disease, cardiovascular diseases, and psychiatric disorders.
Q. Is it safe to use during pregnancy?
No known research regarding its safety in pregnant women is available, therefore, observe cautiousness.
Q. Is it safe to use during lactation?
With its effect on nursing mothers undetermined, it is advised to stay cautious.
FAQs
What are the uses of Amantadine?
How to store Amantadine?
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.
Will this medicine affect my memory/ learning ability?
This medicine has no such adverse effects. However, Parkinson’s disease may affect memory and make learning slightly difficult.
What are the precautions for taking Amantadine?
• 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 Amantadine 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. This medicine may have undesirable effects on nursing infants therefore avoid use during lactation. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.
Important notes for use of Amantadine.
• Please do not share this medicine with anyone. • Patients of Parkinson have an increased risk of developing skin cancer. Consult your healthcare provider immediately if you notice any skin changes on any part.
Medicines containing amantadine
Rs.325
