About galantamine hydrobromide
Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor
Used for
- Treats symptoms of mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease
Usual adult dose
Usually starts at 4 mg twice daily with food; increased gradually to 8–12 mg twice daily if tolerated.
Common side effects
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
- Reduced appetite or weight loss
- Dizziness or headache
- Slow heartbeat or fainting
Important warnings
- Can cause dehydration from vomiting or diarrhea.
- May worsen stomach ulcers, asthma, or urinary obstruction.
- Use caution with slow heartbeat, fainting, or seizure history.
- Does not cure Alzheimer’s disease or stop its progression.
Pregnancy
Safety is not established; use during pregnancy only when clearly needed.
Breastfeeding
Unknown whether galantamine passes into breast milk; breastfeeding use is not well established.
Interactions
- Other medicines that slow heart rate may increase fainting risk.
- Anticholinergic medicines may reduce its effect.
- Some antidepressants and antifungals can raise galantamine levels.
- Other cholinergic medicines may increase side effects.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.