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Memotin Tablet 10mg (Memantine Hydrochloride)

Memotin Tablet 10mg (Memantine Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Memantine Hydrochloride›10mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)셀트리온제약
Appearance
Pale yellow to yellow oval film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201503647 · Approved 2015.06.08 · Insurance code 693901500

Summary

Main use
Treatment of moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Treatment must be initiated by a physician with experience in diagnosing and treating Alzheimer's dementia, and only when a caregiver can regularly verify the patient's medication adherence. Administer orally once daily at the same time each day. If necessary, it can be given as two doses per day. Dosage Increase: The maximum daily dose is 20mg, and to minimize the risk of adverse reactions, it should be increased by 5mg weekly over the first three weeks until the maintenance dose is reached. First week (Days 1-7): Administer 5mg once daily for 7 days. Second week (Days 8-14): Administer 10mg once daily for 7 days. Third week (Days 15-21): Administer 15mg once daily for 7 days. From the fourth week onward, administer 20mg once daily. Maintenance Dose: The recommended maintenance dose is 20mg per day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)셀트리온제약

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease

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This medication is used for the treatment of moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease.

How to take

Adult dose

Treatment must be initiated by a physician with experience in diagnosing and treating Alzheimer's dementia, and only when a caregiver can regularly verify the patient's medication adherence. Administer orally once daily at the same time each day. If necessary, it can be given as two doses per day. Dosage Increase: The maximum daily dose is 20mg, and to minimize the risk of adverse reactions, it should be increased by 5mg weekly over the first three weeks until the maintenance dose is reached. First week (Days 1-7): Administer 5mg once daily for 7 days. Second week (Days 8-14): Administer 10mg once daily for 7 days. Third week (Days 15-21): Administer 15mg once daily for 7 days. From the fourth week onward, administer 20mg once daily. Maintenance Dose: The recommended maintenance dose is 20mg per day.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with a known allergy to its components. It should also not be administered to patients with severely impaired liver function or significantly decreased kidney function. Exercise caution when using in patients with epilepsy or a history of seizures, and those with a constitutional predisposition to seizures should also be careful. Concurrent use with other medications that have similar effects may intensify central nervous system side effects; therefore, it should not be used together. Patients with increased acidity (pH) of urine or changes in dietary habits should be monitored closely. There is insufficient data regarding use in patients with recent heart disease or uncontrolled hypertension, so it should be used cautiously. Possible side effects include dizziness, headache, constipation, drowsiness, and hypertension after use; if these symptoms worsen, consult a physician. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are taking other medications, you must inform your healthcare provider. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits of using this medication, and nursing mothers are advised to discontinue breastfeeding. It is advisable not to use this medication in children or adolescents under 18, as safety and efficacy have not been established. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, dizziness, and vomiting may occur, so contact a medical facility immediately; there is no specific antidote. This medication can affect the central nervous system, so caution is needed while driving or operating machinery. Keep this medication out of the reach of children, and do not transfer it to other containers.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Seizures, drug allergic reactions

Mild side effects

  • Dizziness
  • headache
  • constipation
  • drowsiness
  • hypertension
  • confusion
  • hallucinations
  • psychotic reactions
  • balance disorders
  • gait abnormalities
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  • heart failure
  • venous thromboembolism
  • shortness of breath
  • vomiting
  • pancreatitis
  • elevated liver function test results
  • hepatitis
  • fatigue

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help preserve the drug's efficacy and safety for a longer time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pale yellow to yellow oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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