Alvix Tablet (Memantine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

This medication is taken orally once a day and should be taken at the same time every day. If necessary, it can be administered twice a day. Dosage increase: The maximum daily dose is 20mg, and the dose should be increased by 5mg per week over the first three weeks. First week: 5mg once a day for 7 days. Second week: 10mg once a day for 7 days. Third week: 15mg once a day for 7 days. From the fourth week: 20mg once a day.

This medication should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to its components or severe impairment of liver and kidney function. Caution is especially needed for patients with epilepsy or a history of seizures, as well as those taking certain NMDA antagonists. Patients with conditions that may increase urinary pH or with recent cardiac conditions should also be administered with care. While taking this medication, symptoms such as dizziness, headache, constipation, drowsiness, and hypertension may occur, so careful monitoring of the patient's condition is necessary. There may be interactions with other medications, so especially when taking antipsychotic drugs, muscle relaxants, anticoagulants, etc., it is advised to consult a physician or pharmacist. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits before taking this medication, and it is recommended to discontinue breastfeeding if nursing. This medication should not be used in children or adolescents under 18 years of age, as safety and efficacy have not been established. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms or gastrointestinal symptoms may occur, and medical attention should be sought promptly. This medication may slow down the patient's response speed, so caution is especially necessary when driving or operating machinery. When storing, keep it out of reach of children and do not transfer it to a different container.

Serious side effects

Seizures

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• headache
• constipation
• drowsiness
• hypertension
• fungal infection
• drug hypersensitivity reactions
• confusion
• hallucinations
• psychiatric reactions

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, and it is safe to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

White elongated film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle