Memantine Tablets (Memantine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Treatment must be initiated by a physician experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s dementia and can only begin if the caregiver can regularly verify the patient's medication adherence. This medication can be taken regardless of food intake. Dose escalation: The maximum daily dose is 20mg, and to minimize the risk of adverse reactions, the dose is increased by 5mg weekly over the first 3 weeks. The first week (day 1-7): administer 5mg once daily for 7 days.

This medication should not be used in patients with known allergies to its components. It should not be administered to patients with severely impaired liver function or very poor kidney function. Since it contains lactose, individuals with certain genetic lactose-related disorders should not take it. Patients with epilepsy or a history of seizures should use this drug with caution. Additionally, it is advisable not to take this medication with other drugs that have similar effects, as it may increase side effects. Patients with altered urine acidity or heart disease should also exercise caution. While taking this medication, side effects such as dizziness, headache, constipation, drowsiness, and high blood pressure may occur, and if symptoms are severe, medical consultation is advised. This medication can interact with other drugs, so it is crucial to inform your doctor of any other medications being taken, especially when used with specific psychiatric medications or antihypertensives. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication if necessary, as it may affect the fetus. Nursing mothers are advised to discontinue breastfeeding while using this medication. Safety in pediatric or adolescent patients under 18 years of age has not been established. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms or gastrointestinal symptoms may appear, so it is important to avoid exceeding the recommended dosage and to visit a medical facility immediately if overdose occurs. This medication can affect the patient’s reaction speed, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children and in its original packaging to maintain quality.

Serious side effects

None

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• headache
• constipation
• drowsiness
• high blood pressure
• fungal infection
• drug hypersensitivity reaction
• confusion
• hallucination
• psychotic reaction

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and humidity. It is recommended to maintain storage temperatures between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help preserve the efficacy and safety of the drug for a long time.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

For domestic use: 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle; for export: 30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 3)