Zimer 10 mg (Memantine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

This medication is administered orally once daily, at the same time each day. It may be administered twice daily if needed. Dosage escalation method: - First week (Days 1-7): Administer 5 mg once daily - Second week (Days 8-14): Administer 10 mg once daily - Third week (Days 15-21): Administer 15 mg once daily - From the fourth week onwards: Administer 20 mg once daily The maintenance dose is 20 mg once daily. Elderly (65 years or older):

This drug should not be used in patients who have allergies to its components or severe liver or kidney dysfunction. Caution is necessary for patients with epilepsy or those who have experienced seizures in the past, as side effects may worsen when used with certain medications. Care should be taken in the use of this drug in situations where urine acidity (pH) changes or in patients with heart disease or uncontrolled hypertension. Side effects such as dizziness, headache, constipation, drowsiness, hypertension may occur, and symptoms such as mental confusion or hallucinations have been reported intermittently. It may interact with other medications, so consult a doctor or pharmacist, especially when taken with specific neurological drugs, antihypertensives, or anticoagulants. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a physician before taking this medication, and it is advisable to avoid use while breastfeeding. Safety and efficacy have not been confirmed for children and adolescents under 18 years of age, so use is not recommended. In case of overdose, symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, vomiting, or seizures may occur, and it is necessary to visit a medical institution immediately for appropriate treatment. This drug may affect the patient's concentration and reaction speed; therefore, caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. When storing, keep it in a safe place out of reach of children and retain it in the original container.

Serious side effects

Seizures, severe allergic reactions (hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness), severe skin reactions (severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, mouth/eye mucosal pain), respiratory issues (shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever), liver abnormalities (jaundice) (yellowing of skin or eyes, extreme lethargy)

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• headache
• constipation
• drowsiness
• hypertension
• fungal infections
• drug hypersensitivity reactions
• confusion
• hallucinations
• psychotic reactions

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is best to store the medication at room temperature between 1°C to 30°C. This helps maintain the drug's effectiveness for a longer time.

Appearance

Pale yellow to yellow oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle