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Admenta 5 mg Tablet

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsMemantine
Description
Admenta 5 mg Tablet is a medicine that contains Memantine. It is used to treat Alzheimer's disease (a progressive brain disorder that destroys memory and other mental functions). It works by blocking the action of a chemical substance and decreasing abnormal activity in your brain. Thus, Admenta 5 mg Tablet helps to improve your ability to think and remember or delay the loss of these abilities. However, this medicine will not cure Alzheimer's disease. Admenta 5 mg Tablet has some common side effects like confusion, aggression, weight gain, headache, and nausea. These side effects may subside by themselves. However, consult your doctor if they bother you for a long time or worsen. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to it. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Admenta 5 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level in your blood. Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Take this medicine for the recommended duration for better results. Avoid sudden discontinuation of this medicine as it may lead to relapse of your condition. Admenta 5 mg Tablet may not be suitable for all people. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, seizures (fits), or any other health conditions. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Admenta 5 mg Tablet

Almantin 5 mg Tablet
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Nemdaa 5 mg Tablet
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Admenta 5 mg Tablet

  • Dizziness and Drowsiness
  • Irregular heart beat
  • Rapid weight gain
  • Tingling of hands or feet
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Headache
  • Body pain
  • Confusion

Uses of Admenta 5 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Alzheimer's disease
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Admenta 5 mg Tablet to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Admenta 5 mg Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Admenta 5 mg Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Admenta 5 mg Tablet may be used during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Admenta 5 mg Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary, as there is no sufficient safety data available. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Admenta 5 mg Tablet if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you experience any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Admenta 5 mg Tablet may be used during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Admenta 5 mg Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary, as there is no sufficient safety data available. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Use in children

Admenta 5 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data have not been established.

Driving or operating machines

Admenta 5 mg Tablet may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Hence, avoid performing activities that require high mental alertness like driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Admenta 5 mg Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor in case of an overdose of Admenta 5 mg Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Trihexyphenidyl

Trimethoprim

Azatadine

Hydroxyzine

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Admenta 5 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems as it may worsen your condition. Your doctor may recommend dose adjustments based on your clinical condition.

Kidney disease

Admenta 5 mg Tablet should be used with caution in conditions if you have kidney problems as it may further worsen your condition. Your doctor may recommend dose adjustments based on your clinical condition.

Seizure disorders

A seizure disorder occurs due to a disturbance of the nerve cell activity in the brain, resulting in abnormal behaviour and loss of consciousness. Admenta 5 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have this condition as this medicine may trigger seizures.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Admenta 5 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Follow all the instructions mentioned on the label or the packaging insert. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. Ensure that you take this medicine for the recommended duration to see an improvement in your condition. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

How it works
Admenta 5 mg Tablet decreases the abnormal activity in your brain by blocking the actions of a natural substance called glutamate. This helps in improving the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

NMDA receptor antagonist, Miscellaneous central nervous system agents

Schedule

Schedule H

Medicines.org.uk. 2022. Memantine hydrochloride Lupin 5mg, 10 mg, 15 mg & 20 mg film-coated tablets, titration pack - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 28 January 2022].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/7181/smpc#gref>

Drugs, H., 2022. Memantine: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 28 January 2022].

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a604006.html>
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Information on this page was last updated on 11 Feb 2022

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