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Amantadine
DESCRIPTION AND SIDE EFFECTS
BUY Amantadine
overview:
Amantadine is used to treat symptoms caused
by the flu virus (Influenza A). Amantadine helps make the symptoms (e.g., stuffy
nose, cough, sore throat, fever/chills, aches, tiredness) less severe
and shortens the recovery time by 1-2 days. This medication is also used
to prevent the flu (Influenza A) if you have been exposed to someone who
already has the flu.
DIRECTIONS:
Take Amantadine orally as
directed by your doctor. Amantadine is best taken on an empty stomach,
but may be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Amantadine works best when the amount of medicine in your body is
kept at a constant level. Do this by taking the medication at evenly
spaced intervals throughout the day and night. If you are taking amantadine for a viral infection, begin taking it as soon as possible.
Continue to take until the full prescribed amount is finished even if
symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early
may result in a relapse of the infection.
side effects:
Amantadine may cause
stomach upset, nausea, drowsiness, constipation, headache, dizziness,
anxiety, or purplish-red blotchy spots on the skin during the first few
days as your body adjusts to the medication. If these symptoms persist
or become severe, inform your doctor promptly. Notify your doctor if you
develop: slurred speech, shortness of breath, swelling of the
ankles/feet, unusual fatigue, vision disturbances, difficulty urinating,
skin rash, mental/mood changes, muscle stiffness, uncontrolled muscle
movements, unusual sweating, fast heartbeat, unexplained fever. If you
notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
warnings and precautions:
Before taking Amantadine,
tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have
any other allergies. This medication should not be used if you have
certain medical conditions. Before using Amantadine, consult your
doctor or pharmacist if you have: certain eye disease (untreated angle
closure glaucoma). Before using this medication, tell your doctor or
pharmacist your medical history, especially of: swelling of arms/legs
(peripheral edema), heart problems (e.g., congestive heart failure),
mental/mood conditions (e.g., psychosis), seizures. Because Amantadine may cause blurred vision or dizziness, use caution when
driving or operating machinery while taking this medication. Limit use
of alcoholic beverages. To minimize dizziness and lightheadedness, get
up slowly when rising from a seated or lying position. Amantadine should
be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Discuss the risks and
benefits with your doctor. This drug passes into breast milk.
Breast-feeding is not recommended while using this drug. Consult with
your doctor before breast-feeding.
INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of all
prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: other
drugs used for Parkinson's disease, stimulants (like decongestants
commonly found in cough-and-cold products). Do not start or stop any
medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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