Entic Sajeong 20 mg (Memantine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

This medication is taken orally once daily and should be administered at the same time each day. If necessary, it can be administered twice daily. Increase in dosage should be done by increasing 5 mg per week over the first 3 weeks. 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, administer 20 mg once daily.

This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to the ingredients. It should also not be administered to patients with very poor liver or kidney function. Patients with epilepsy or those who have experienced seizures in the past should use this medication with caution, especially if there is a tendency to have seizures. It is better not to combine it with certain other medications, as this may increase the risk of side effects. Situations that could change the acidity of urine should be closely monitored for the drug's effects and side effects. Patients with heart diseases or uncontrolled hypertension should also exercise caution when using this drug. This medication can cause side effects such as dizziness, headache, constipation, drowsiness, and hypertension; if these symptoms occur, one should consult with healthcare providers. Abnormal psychiatric reactions have also been reported, so if there are any unusual behaviors or mood changes, they should be reported. This medication can interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform healthcare providers about any medications being taken. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks of using this medication. If breastfeeding, it is safer to discontinue breastfeeding as this medication may be transmitted through breast milk. It is advised not to use this medication in children or adolescents under 18 years old, as its safety and efficacy have not been established. In case of overdose, symptoms related to the central nervous system or gastrointestinal symptoms may appear; immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication may affect the patient's concentration and reaction time, so caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery. Finally, keep this medication out of the reach of children, and do not transfer it to other containers for safety reasons.

Serious side effects

• Seizures
• psychiatric reactions
• hallucinations
• heart failure
• thromboembolism
• shortness of breath
• hepatitis

Mild side effects

Dizziness, headache, constipation, drowsiness, hypertension, confusion, hallucinations, psychiatric reactions, balance disorders, gait abnormalities, seizures, heart failure, venous thromboembolism/thromboembolic events, shortness of breath, vomiting, pancreatitis, elevated liver function test results, hepatitis, fatigue

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. The recommended storage temperature is room temperature ranging from 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing this way will help maintain the drug's effectiveness safely.

Appearance

Pink oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

Bottle - 30 tablets/bottle, Bottle - 100 tablets/bottle