Biel Memantine Tablets 10mg (Memantine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

This medication is taken orally once daily and should be administered at the same time each day. If needed, it may also be taken twice daily. The maximum daily dose is 20mg, increasing by 5mg per week for the first 3 weeks. First week: 5mg once daily Second week: 10mg once daily Third week: 15mg once daily From the fourth week onward: 20mg once daily The maintenance dose is 20mg once daily. The recommended dose for elderly patients (65 years and older) is also 20mg.

This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to any of its ingredients. It should not be administered to patients with severely impaired liver function or significantly reduced kidney function. Patients with epilepsy or a history of seizures, or those predisposed to epilepsy, should use this medication with caution. Combining this medication with certain drugs such as Amantadine, Ketamine, or Dextromethorphan may increase the risk of side effects, so it is advisable not to take them together. Changes in diet or certain urinary tract infections that alter the acidity of urine can affect the efficacy or side effects of this medication, so careful monitoring is needed. Patients with heart disease or uncontrolled hypertension should exercise caution when using this medication, as there is insufficient clinical data. Common side effects may include dizziness, headache, constipation, drowsiness, and hypertension, which are mostly mild or moderate in severity. Psychological confusion, hallucinations, or psychotic symptoms may rarely occur; if such symptoms emerge, patients should consult their doctor. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform the doctor if taking any other medications. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication cautiously after consulting their doctor, as it may affect the fetus. If breastfeeding, it is safest to discontinue nursing, as this medication may pass into breast milk. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children or adolescents under the age of 18. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms or gastrointestinal symptoms may arise, and immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication may affect the patient's reaction speed, requiring caution when driving or operating machinery. Store out of reach of children and ensure that it is not transferred to another container.

Serious side effects

• Seizures
• hallucinations
• psychotic reactions
• heart failure
• venous thrombosis/thromboembolism
• shortness of breath
• elevated liver function test values
• hepatitis

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• headache
• constipation
• drowsiness
• hypertension
• balance disorders
• gait abnormalities
• confusion
• hallucinations
• psychotic reactions

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's efficacy over time.

Appearance

White oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle