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Amantadine
Generic name- Amantadine
Brand name- Symmetrel
Amantadine is a paragon antiviral preparation utilized for the treatment
and prevention of influenza A virus. Hailed often
as Symmetrel, it is also a fertile remedy to cure Parkinson's disease
and other allied disorders. Amantadine works by blocking the action of
viruses in the body.
How to be consumed?
To prevent and treat flu at best, take Amantadine
exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Available in capsule and liquid
form, it is generally taken once or twice a day. Follow the directions
on your prescription's label carefully or consult your health care professional
in case of any doubt. Besides, do not take more or less of the preparation
than advised by your doctor. Also it should not be stopped without first
consulting a doctor.
In case of a Missed dose
Take the skipped dose as soon as you came to know. However, if it is nearly
time for the intake of your next dose, leave the forgotten dose and go
back to your regular dosing schedule. Never take a double dose of the
medicine to compensate the missed dose.
Possible adverse effects
Contact your health care professional when any of these side effects appear:
- Swelling
- Rapid weight gain
- Behavior changes
- Fever
- Fast heartbeats
- Stiff muscles
- Tremor
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
Measures to be implemented
Underneath are some crucial points that must be executed to prevent and
treat Flu infections impeccably:
- Do not take this preparation if you are sensitive to it.
- Before embarking on the treatment, inform your doctor if you suffer
from epilepsy, kidney disease, congestive heart failure, liver disease,
glaucoma or have a history of mental sickness.
- Also aware your doctor if you have consumed a nasal flu vaccine in
the past 14 days.
- Tell your doctor before taking Symmetrel if you are pregnant.
Possible drug interactions
Check with your doctor before pooling Symmetrel
with following preparations as they may not be suitable for you or
your doctor may need to make dosage adjustments:
- Atropine (Atreza and Sal-Tropine)
- Glycopyrrolate (Robinul)
- Dicyclomine (Bentyl)
- Hyoscyamine (Anaspaz, Levbid and Nulev)
- Mepenzolate (Cantil)
- Scopolamine (Maldemar and Scopace)
- A diuretic (water pill) like chlorothiazide (Diuril), chlorthalidone
(Hygroton), and metolazone (Zaroxolyn).
- Phenothiazines like chlorpromazine (Thorazine), fluphenazine (Prolixin),
perphenazine (Trilafon) and thioridazine (Mellaril).
Storage directions
Store this medication at room temperature far from heat and moisture.
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