memantine-hcl-er
Warnings
What may interact with Memantine?
-acetazolamide
-amantadine
-cimetidine
-dextromethorphan
-dofetilide
-hydrochlorothiazide
-ketamine
-metformin
-methazolamide
-quinidine
-ranitidine
-sodium bicarbonate
-triamterene
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Memantine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-difficulty passing urine
-kidney disease
-liver disease
-seizures
-an unusual or allergic reaction to memantine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Memantine?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Check with your doctor or health care professional if there is no improvement in your symptoms or if they get worse.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this drug affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol can make you more drowsy and dizzy. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 degrees and 30 degrees C (59 degrees and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
SOCIAL