Metin M Tablet 20 mg (Memantine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

This medication is administered orally once daily, and it should be taken at the same time each day. If necessary, it can be given in a dosage of twice a day. Dosage increase method: Increase the dosage by 5 mg weekly during the first 3 weeks to reach the maintenance dose. - First week (days 1-7): Administer 5 mg once daily - Second week (days 8-14): Administer 10 mg once daily - Third week (days 15-21): Administer 15 mg once daily - From the fourth week onward:

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. First, individuals allergic to any components of this medication should not use it. Furthermore, patients with severely impaired liver function or significantly poor kidney function may be at risk when taking this medication. Caution should be exercised when using this medication in patients with epilepsy or those who have a history of seizures or are prone to seizures. Additionally, if taking certain drugs such as amantadine, ketamine, or dextromethorphan, the risk of side effects may be increased, so it is advisable to avoid concurrent use. Patients with conditions or dietary changes that could affect the acidity (pH) of urine should also be carefully monitored when taking this medication. Caution is required as the safety of this medication has not been sufficiently confirmed in patients with uncontrolled heart disease or hypertension. When taking this medication, side effects such as dizziness, headache, constipation, drowsiness, and hypertension may occur. If these symptoms are severe or persist, consult a healthcare professional. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is important to discuss with a doctor or pharmacist when taking medications that affect the nervous system or blood coagulation. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should consult a doctor before taking this medication, and breastfeeding women are advised to stop breastfeeding while on this medication. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children and adolescents under 18 years of age have not been established, so usage is not recommended. In cases of overdose, severe symptoms such as coma, hallucinations, or seizures may occur, so seek immediate medical attention if overdose is suspected. This medication may reduce the speed of patient response and concentration; therefore, special care is required when driving or operating machinery. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children, and it is advisable to avoid transferring it to other containers.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. Additionally, avoid excessively hot or cold environments, and store it at a safe temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pink rectangular film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle [bottle: HDPE, cap: LDPE], 100 tablets/bottle [bottle: HDPE, cap: LDPE]