Memantamax 20mg Tablets (Memantine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

This medication is taken orally once a day at the same time every day. If necessary, it may be taken twice a day. During the initial dose titration period, it is increased by 5mg weekly until the maintenance dose is reached. - Week 1 (Days 1-7): 5mg once daily - Week 2 (Days 8-14): 10mg once daily - Week 3 (Days 15-21): 15mg once daily - From Week 4 onward: Maintain at 20mg once daily

This medication should not be used by patients who are allergic to its ingredients. Patients with severely impaired liver or kidney function should not take this medication. Individuals with a genetic inability to digest certain sugars should also refrain from using this medication. Those with epilepsy or a history of seizures should use this medication with caution. Taking it with certain neurological medications may increase the risk of side effects, so co-administration should be avoided. Patients with conditions that may alter urine acidity need to be monitored closely. Caution is needed for patients with unmanaged heart disease or hypertension. Side effects such as dizziness, headaches, constipation, drowsiness, and increased blood pressure may occur. Rarely, symptoms such as mental confusion, hallucinations, or delusions may also manifest. Since it may affect the heart or blood vessels, immediate reporting of any symptoms is necessary. Drug interactions may occur, so current medications must be disclosed. Particularly, the risk of side effects may increase when used with neurological agents. Frequent blood tests may be required when taken with anticoagulant medications. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the effects on the fetus before taking this medication. If breastfeeding, it is advisable to discontinue nursing, as this medication may pass into breast milk. This drug has not been established for safety and efficacy in children or adolescents under the age of 18, thus should not be used in these populations. Overdose may result in central nervous system symptoms and gastrointestinal symptoms, requiring immediate hospital treatment. As there is no specific antidote, treatment will be symptomatic. This medication may impair reaction time and concentration, necessitating caution when driving or operating machinery. It should be kept out of reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

• Seizures
• hallucinations
• psychotic reactions
• heart failure
• hypertension
• venous thromboembolism
• respiratory distress
• elevated liver function tests
• hepatitis

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in an airtight container to protect it from air and moisture. Additionally, it is best stored at room temperature, between 1°C and 30°C, avoiding extremes of hot or cold.

Appearance

White, rectangular film-coated tablets

Package unit

100 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/bottle