Memantine 10 mg Tablets (Memantine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

This medication should be administered orally once daily, at the same time every day. If needed, it can be given twice daily. Adult dosage increase method: - First week (days 1-7): Administer 5 mg once daily for 7 days. - Second week (days 8-14): Administer 10 mg once daily for 7 days. - Third week (days 15-21): Administer 15 mg once daily for 7 days. - From the fourth week: Administer 20 mg once daily.

This medication should not be used by patients who are allergic to any of its ingredients. It is also safe not to administer it to patients with severely impaired liver function or very poor kidney function. Patients with epilepsy or those who have experienced seizures in the past, as well as individuals with a predisposition to epilepsy, should use this medication very cautiously. Additionally, taking this medication in combination with other drugs that have similar effects can exacerbate central nervous system side effects, so concurrent use should be avoided. Careful monitoring is advised if there are changes in urine acidity (pH) or dietary habits that may affect it. Patients with recent heart disease or uncontrolled hypertension should exercise caution as the safety of this medication has not been sufficiently verified in these situations. While taking this medication, symptoms such as dizziness, headache, constipation, drowsiness, and hypertension may occur, so it is advisable to consult a medical professional if any abnormal symptoms appear. This medication can interact with several other drugs, so it's important to disclose any other medications being taken, especially when used in conjunction with specific muscle relaxants, antipsychotic medications, or anticoagulants. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits of using this medication, and it is recommended to discontinue breastfeeding if nursing. Children and adolescents under the age of 18 should preferably not use this medication, as its safety and effectiveness have not been adequately established for this age group. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, dizziness, hallucinations, and seizures may occur, and it is vital to seek appropriate medical treatment immediately. Lastly, this medication should be stored out of reach of children, and it is advisable to avoid transferring it to another container.

Serious side effects

• Seizures
• psychotic reactions
• hallucinations
• confusion
• heart failure
• venous thrombosis/thromboembolism
• dyspnea
• pancreatitis
• hepatitis

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, ideally at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and ensure safe use.

Appearance

White rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle