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Rimantadine
DESCRIPTION AND SIDE EFFECTS
BUY
Rimantadine
overview:
Rimantadine is used to treat symptoms caused
by the flu virus (Influenza A). Rimantadine 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. Rimantadine is also used
to prevent the flu (Influenza A) if you have been exposed to someone who
already has the flu.
DIRECTIONS:
Take Rimantadine orally as
directed by your doctor. Do not increase your dose of Rimantadine or take this more
often than prescribed. For preventing the flu, this is usually taken
twice a day. To treat the flu, this is usually given for 7 days. Take
Rimantadine for the full time prescribed. Stopping therapy too soon
may result in ineffective treatment.
side effects:
Rimantadine may cause
nausea, stomach upset, nervousness, tiredness, lightheadedness, trouble
sleeping and difficulty concentrating may occur. If any of these effects
persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you
develop: skin rash, jaundice (yellowing of the eyes/skin), mood changes,
mental confusion, vision changes. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
warnings and precautions:
Before taking Rimantadine,
tell your doctor your medical history, especially: liver or kidney
disease, seizures, blood disorders, any allergies. Use caution driving
or operating machinery if this medication makes you lightheaded. Elderly
persons may be more sensitive to the effects of this medication. This
medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this
medication is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before
breast-feeding.
INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of all
prescription and nonprescription medication you may use. Do not start or
stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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