About MEMANTINE 10MG/GM
NMDA receptor antagonist
Used for
- Treatment of moderate to severe Alzheimer’s disease.
Usual adult dose
Usually increased gradually to 20 mg daily; often 10 mg twice daily.
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Constipation
- Confusion
Important warnings
- Use caution with kidney problems; dose reduction may be needed.
- May cause sleepiness or dizziness, increasing fall risk.
- Urine alkalinisation can raise memantine levels.
- Not established for children.
Pregnancy
Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed; human safety information is limited.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding safety is unknown; use is generally avoided.
Interactions
- Amantadine, ketamine, or dextromethorphan may increase nervous-system effects.
- Sodium bicarbonate or other urine-alkalinising treatments may increase memantine levels.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.