Review the side-effects of Amantadine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Frequent - Nausea, dizziness, lightheadedness and sleeplessness.
Central Nervous System - Depression, anxiety, irritability, hallucinations, headache, confusion, abnormal dreams, agitation, fatigue, drowsiness and nervousness.
Gastrointestinal - Loss of appetite, dry mouth, constipation and diarrhea.
Blood - Increased white blood cell count.
Eye - Eye inflammation and dilation of pupil.
Skin - Itching and discoloration of skin.
Miscellaneous - Swelling in the extremities, low blood pressure and dry nose.
Avoid excess dosage.
Symmetrel
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Frequent - Nausea, dizziness, lightheadedness and sleeplessness.
Central Nervous System - Depression, anxiety, irritability, hallucinations, headache, confusion, abnormal dreams, agitation, fatigue, drowsiness and nervousness.
Gastrointestinal - Loss of appetite, dry mouth, constipation and diarrhea.
Blood - Increased white blood cell count.
Eye - Eye inflammation and dilation of pupil.
Skin - Itching and discoloration of skin.
Miscellaneous - Swelling in the extremities, low blood pressure and dry nose.
Other Precautions :
Withdrawal should be gradual.Avoid excess dosage.
Drug Name : Amantadine
Amantadine(Symmetrel) generic is a synthetic (man-made) anti-viral and antiparkinson agent, prescribed for Parkinson's disease and also for treating certain types of flu. It also is used to prevent and treat respiratory infections caused by influenza A virus.Brand Names or Trade Names of Amantadine
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Symmetrel
