Memantine 20 mg Tablet (Memantine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

This medication is taken orally once daily, and it should be administered at the same time every day. If necessary, it can be taken twice daily. 1. Adults Dose escalation: The maximum daily dose is 20 mg, and to minimize the risk of adverse reactions, the dose should be increased by 5 mg weekly over the first 3 weeks. - First week (days 1-7): Take 5 mg once daily - Second week (days 8-14): Take 10 mg once daily -

This medication should not be used in patients with a known allergy to its components. It should not be administered to patients with severely impaired liver function or severely decreased kidney function. Patients with a history of epilepsy or seizures, as well as those at high risk of seizures, should use this medication with caution. Avoid concomitant use with drugs that have similar effects, such as Amantadine, Ketamine, and Dextromethorphan, as adverse effects may be exacerbated. Patients with conditions or diseases that may alter urinary acidity should be carefully monitored when taking this medication. Caution is needed as the safety of this medication has not been sufficiently confirmed in recent myocardial infarction, heart failure, or uncontrolled hypertension patients. This medication may cause side effects such as dizziness, headache, constipation, drowsiness, and hypertension; if these symptoms occur, consult a healthcare provider. This medication may interact with other drugs, so inform your healthcare provider of any medicines you are taking. Caution is especially needed when taken with medications affecting blood clotting or those acting on the nervous system. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult a doctor before taking this medication, and breastfeeding should be stopped if this medication is being used. It is recommended that this medication is not used in children or adolescents under 18 years of age as its safety and efficacy have not been established. In case of overdose, symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, dizziness, and vomiting may occur; immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication may affect concentration and response times, so special care should be taken when driving or operating machinery. Keep out of reach of children, and avoid transferring the medication to another container.

Serious side effects

• Seizures
• heart failure
• venous thromboembolism
• shortness of breath
• pancreatitis
• elevated liver function test results
• hepatitis

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help preserve the medication's efficacy and safety over time.

Appearance

Pink oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

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