Memantine Hcl Er Side Effects, Uses, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

- MEMANTINE HCL ER (Generic for NAMENDA XR)
- QTY 90
- 28 MG
- CAP SPR 24
- Near Shenandoah, Texas 77381

MEMANTINE (MEM an teen) is used to treat dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease.

MEMANTINE HCL ER (Generic for NAMENDA XR) Information

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. You may take this medicine with or without food. You may swallow the capsules whole or open them and sprinkle the entire contents on applesauce before swallowing. Other than sprinkling the medicine on applesauce, the capsules should be swallowed whole and not divided, chewed, or crushed. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Continue to take your medicine even if you feel better. Do not stop taking except on the advice of your doctor or health care professional.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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•amantadine
•cimetidine
•dextromethorphan
•dofetilide
•hydrochlorothiazide
•ketamine
•metformin
•methazolamide
•quinidine
•ranitidine
•sodium bicarbonate
•triamterene

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Check with your doctor or health care professional if there is no improvement in your symptoms or if they get worse.

You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this drug affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol can make you more drowsy and dizzy. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
•agitation or a feeling of restlessness
•allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
•depressed mood
•dizziness
•hallucinations
•redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
•seizures
•vomiting

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
•constipation
•diarrhea
•headache
•nausea
•trouble sleeping

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 degrees and 30 degrees C (59 degrees and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.