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Amantrel Capsule

Amantadine (100mg)

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Product Code: 42571
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd
Constituents

Amantadine (100mg)

Usage of Amantrel Capsule

  • Treatment of Parkinson's disease

Description of Amantrel Capsule

Amantrel Capsule is also used to prevents and treats influenza infection. The antiviral poperty of the medicine works against the viruses to prevent their and multiplication. Amantrel Capsule may be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor. This medicine may put you at a higher risk of having seizures, so it is better to talk to your doctor if you have any history of seizures or taking medication for it.Some common side effects of Amantrel Capsule include nausea, dryness in the mouth, constipation, blurred vision, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), hallucinations, peripheral edema and balance disorder (loss of balance). It may initially cause dizziness and lowering of blood pressure while standing, so rise slowly and do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Possible Side-effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Amantrel

  • Nausea
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Hallucination
  • Peripheral edema
  • Balance disorder (loss of balance)
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)

Unit

15 capsules

Manufacturer

Cipla Ltd

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How to use Amantrel Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Amantrel Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

Amantrel Capsule is a dopamine agonist that treats Parkinson's disease. It works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain which regulates body movements. It also has an antiviral property. It works against viruses to prevent their growth and multiplication. It also appears to restricts the viruses to release infectious chemicals (viral nucleic acid) to enter into the body. Thus, it prevents and treats influenza infection.

Related Warnings

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amantrel Capsule.

Amantrel Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Amantrel Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Amantrel Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Amantrel Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Amantrel Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Amantrel Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Amantrel Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Amantrel Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
It may cause a transient increase in liver enzymes.

Expert Advice

  • It can be taken with or without food.
  • It may cause blurring of vision or affect mental ability. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
  • It may put you at a higher risk of having seizures. Talk to your doctor if you have a history of seizures or are taking medication for it.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice an urge to gamble, increased sexual urges, binge eating, or uncontrolled spending.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Does Amantrel Capsule cause constipation?

    Yes, constipation is a common side effect of Amantrel Capsule, though it does not occur in everyone. Consult your doctor or a dietician if constipation persists and is troublesome.

  • Is Amantrel Capsule used for pain?

    Though it is not an approved use, Amantrel Capsule has been shown to be effective in relieving pain related to nerve disorder. Amantrel Capsule is a prescription medicine, and you should take it for relief of pain only if advised by the doctor.

  • Does Amantrel Capsule cause fatigue?

    Yes, Amantrel Capsule causes fatigue and sleepiness which may affect some patients’ ability to drive and operate machinery safely.

  • What happens when I stop taking Amantrel Capsule?

    Do not stop taking this medicine or lower the dose without first checking with your doctor. If required, your doctor will gradually reduce the amount you take each day before stopping it completely. Abruptly stopping Amantrel Capsule may result in worsening of Parkinsonism. It may also cause delirium, agitation, delusions, hallucinations, paranoid reaction, stupor, anxiety, depression, or slurred speech.

  • Is Amantrel Capsule a dopamine agonist?

    Yes, Amantrel Capsule is a dopamine agonist. Dopamine is needed to control movements in the brain. Amantrel Capsule works by increasing the amount of dopamine, thereby helping in controlling the movements in Parkinson’s disease.

  • Can I take Amantrel Capsule any time during the day? Should the dose be taken before meal?

    Yes, Amantrel Capsule can be taken at any time during the day, with or without food. Try to take the medicine at about the same time each day, as directed by your doctor. Taking your medicine at the same time each day will have the best effect. It will also help you to remember when to take your medicine.

  • Can Amantrel Capsule get you high?

    The use of Amantrel Capsule may cause impulse control disorders in which you may have strong urges to gamble, increased sexual urges, intense urges to spend money, binge eating, and other intense urges. Additionally, there is the inability to control these urges. If such symptoms are experienced then dose reduction or tapered discontinuation should be considered.

  • Does Amantrel Capsule affect fertility?

    No, Amantrel Capsule is not known to affect fertility in humans.

  • Can Amantrel Capsule cause weight loss?

    Decreased weight and body mass index may occur with continued Amantrel Capsule usage. If you have any concerns regarding weight loss consult your doctor or a nutritionist.

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