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The drug Galantamine has the trade name Reminyl and belongs to the group of psychotropic drugs. How does the drug work? Features and how to use? Please refer to the article below for the most accurate answer.
1. The use of Galantamine drug brings
Galantamine medicine contains the main ingredient Galantamine hydrobromide. This medication is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate dementia (amnesia) associated with Alzheimer's disease. The drug has the ability to improve memory, cognition, and the ability to perform daily routines. However, drugs cannot cure Alzheimer's. The mechanism of action of the drug is to help balance the natural neurotransmitters in the brain.
2. How should Galantamine be used?
Galantamine comes in the form of tablets or solution, which is absorbed into the body through oral administration. The usual dose would be 2 times daily at breakfast and dinner. Others will use it according to the doctor's prescription.
When using the drug should be taken with a lot of water. Dosage will be balanced and gradually increased as needed to limit possible side effects. The duration of treatment as well as the dose will depend on the condition of each person, but the dose should not exceed 24mg / day.
In case of using the liquid form, the user should carefully read the instructions for use. Comes with the medicine is a measuring device, so you need to follow each instruction exactly. The recommended dosage is 120ml of the drug solution mixed with a non-alcoholic drink, stir well and drink it all.
In case you stop taking the drug for more than 3 days, you need to apply the lowest dose from the beginning and then slowly increase it to avoid causing side effects. The medicine will work better if you take it regularly.
The best dose you have is from the prescription and advice from the treating doctor. Therefore, when using the drug, should consult to receive reasonable advice from the dose to the time of use from the doctor.
3. Some possible side effects when taking Galantamine
When experiencing an allergic reaction such as a rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, face or throat, call 911 immediately. Stop taking the drug and contact your doctor immediately if you experience the following:
Slow heart rate, chest pain; Dizziness want to faint; Presence of blood in stool or urine; Emergent colored substance such as coffee grounds; Coughing up blood Painful urination, dysuria, anuria or very little urine; Confusion, body weakness; Thirst, hot dry skin; Loss of appetite, stomach pain; Dark urine, clay-colored stools, yellowing of the skin or eyes. Some less serious side effects such as:
Fatigue, drowsiness, dizziness; Headache, blurred vision, runny nose; Depression, insomnia; Nausea, loss of appetite, weight loss; Discomfort in the mouth.
4. What precautions should be taken before using Galantamine?
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients and especially galantamine, tell your doctor right away. You also need to tell your doctor what medications, supplements you are taking, or any ingredients or medications you are allergic to.
Some drugs to be aware of such as: high blood pressure drugs; paroxetine (Paxil); HIV or AIDS medicine; pyridostigmine (Mestinon); and quinidine (Quinidex); ambenonium chloride (Mytelase); some antifungal medicines such as fluconazole (Diflucan), itraconazole (Sporanox), ketoconazole (Nizoral), and voriconazole (Vfend); bethanechol (Urecholine); other medicines for Alzheimer's disease; aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn); anticholinergic drugs such as atropine (Atropen, Sal-Tropine), belladonna (Donnatal, Bellamine, Bel-Tabs, ...).....
Use with caution in people with asthma, prostate enlargement, heart disease, epilepsy, sores, kidney or liver disease. If you are taking medication and need orthodontic or other surgery, you should let your doctor know.
There have been no specific determinations about the risks of the drug for pregnant or breastfeeding women, so before using it, it is necessary to consult a doctor to weigh the benefits and risks.
In addition to the above important notes, if you have any more questions about Galantamine, patients should directly discuss with their doctor for appropriate indications.
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