I noticed I have severe diarrhea after taking amantadine and this is bothering me. Should I stop?

Diarrhea is one of the common side effect of amantadine. If the side effect is too severe and unbearable, please consult with your doctor.

I noticed that my mouth become very dry and my lips cracked after using amantadine. What should i do?

The most common side effect of amantadine is dry mouth. It is advisable to have frequent mouth rinses, maintaining good oral hygiene, increased your water intake and chewing sugarless candy as it may help with your dry mouth. Use generous amount of lip balm and avoid air conditioned room to tackle your dry lips.

Amantadine

Uses of Amantadine

Amantadine is commonly used to treat Influenza A Flu, Parkinson's Disease, Herpes zoster, Prophylaxis for Influenza A and Drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms

How Amantadine Works

Amantadine is dopamine agonist which also have peripheral anti-muscarinic activity. The action on the brain neurons relieves the symptoms of Parkinson disease. It also inhibit the replication of influenza A virus although the mechanism is not known.

Side Effects of Amantadine

Headache, Dizziness, Difficulty sleeping, Confusion, Hallucination, Hypotension, Palpitation, Lethargy, Dry mouth, Rash

Information About Amantadine

Amantadine is an antiviral and dopaminergic agent used to treat Parkinson's disease, drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms, and influenza A infection in Singapore. Available as a 100mg oral capsule or tablet taken once to twice daily, it is HSA-registered and available on prescription only in Singapore. It enhances dopaminergic neurotransmission by promoting dopamine release and blocking its reuptake, while its NMDA receptor antagonism provides additional neuroprotective and antidyskinetic benefits in Parkinson's disease management. A valid doctor's consultation is required before dispensing. Order Amantadine online at DoctorOnCall Singapore with same-day delivery available. Speak to a DoctorOnCall physician today to check if Amantadine is right for you.

Amantadine is a medication commonly used to help manage symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and certain movement disorders, as well as for the prevention and treatment of some influenza A infections. It works by affecting dopamine activity in the brain and interfering with viral replication in influenza viruses. Amantadine belongs to a class of medications known as antiparkinson and antiviral agents and is widely used in neurology and infectious disease care. Find affordable Amantadine options from trusted brands at DoctorOnCall.

Conclusion

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Warnings

Kidney High Risk

Dose adjustment is needed in mild to moderate renal impairment while Amantadine is contraindicated in severe renal impairment patient.

Alcohol Not Advisable

Alcohol may exacerbate or potentiates the central nervous effects of Amantadine such as dizziness and confusion.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Adverse effects on animal and human study have been recorded on the fetus development in both type of studies. Amantadine is contraindicated in pregnancy unless no other options suitable for the pregnant women.

Driving Not advisable

Amantadine has known for the adverse effects such as dizziness, confusion and headache all which can affect one's ability to drive.

Liver Use With Care

Dose adjustment may be needed in patient with hepatic impairment as rare side effects such as elevated liver enzymes has been reported.

Lactation Limited Data

Amantadine has been reported to be excreted into the human breastmilk. Caution should be taken and careful risk and benefit outcome for the mother and baby should be evaluated before taking Amantadine.