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Admenta 7 mg Tablet Xr
Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsMemantine
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Description
Admenta 7 mg Tablet Xr is used in the treatment of moderate to severe dementia of Alzheimer's disease, a condition in which the patient's memory and ability to think, communicate, learn, and handle daily activities are impaired slowly. Admenta 7 mg Tablet Xr does not cure Alzheimer's disease; it improves the symptoms of the disease and delays disease progression. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Admenta 7 mg Tablet Xr
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Admenta 7 mg Tablet Xr
Shortness of breath
Hallucinations
Dizziness and Drowsiness
Irregular heart beat
Rapid weight gain/loss
Tingling of hands or feet
Nausea and vomiting
Headache
Body pain
Uses of Admenta 7 mg Tablet Xr
What is it prescribed for?
Alzheimer's disease
This medicine is used for the treatment of moderate to severe dementia associated with Alzheimer's disease, a condition in which the patient's memory and ability to think, communicate, learn, and handle daily activities are impaired slowly. It helps to improve symptoms and slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required by this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the 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.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to memantine or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Genitourinary conditions
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with genitourinary conditions due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in below 18 years of age due to safety and efficacy have not been established
Seizures disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients who are suffering from seizures due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Cardiovascular disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of cardiovascular disorders due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of heart function and vital signs, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Driving or operating machinery
This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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
Clidinium
Brexpiprazole
Disease interactions
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of the liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Kidney disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Cardiovascular disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of cardiovascular disorders due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of heart function and vital signs, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Seizures
This medicine should be used with caution in patients who are suffering from seizures due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine with or without food. Follow all the labeled instructions while taking this medicine. A caregiver has to monitor the drug intake by the patient. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine decreases the abnormal activity in the brain by blocking the actions of a natural substance, glutamate. This helps in improving the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
NMDA receptor antagonist, Miscellaneous central nervous system agents
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 12 Jun 2020
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