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Code：710408-001
Generic
- MEMANTINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS 5mg TOWA ：14 tablets
- $27.50
Up to 4 pieces per person
10% discount for total amount over $100
shipping schedule : 5 to 10 working days after payment.
warehouse：Japan1
Manufacturer ：Towa Pharmaceutical
Brand ：Towa Pharmaceutical
JAN Code：----
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Description
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This medicine suppresses excessive influx of calcium ions into cells by inhibiting excessive activation of NMDA receptor channels, an intracerebral glutamate receptor subtypes. It consequently suppresses neuronal damage, memory disorder and learning disorder.
It is usually used for suppressing progression of dementia symptoms in moderate to severe Alzheimer-type dementia.
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Presentation
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14 tablets
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Feature
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Ppale red tablet
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Active Ingredients
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Memantine hydrochloride
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Effect/Efficacy
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This medicine suppresses excessive influx of calcium ions into cells by inhibiting excessive activation of NMDA receptor channels, an intracerebral glutamate receptor subtypes. It consequently suppresses neuronal damage, memory disorder and learning disorder.
It is usually used for suppressing progression of dementia symptoms in moderate to severe Alzheimer-type dementia.
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Usage/Dosage
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In general, for adults, start by giving 5 mg of the active ingredient at a time, once daily. The dose will be increased by 5 mg per week, and from the 4th week, give 20 mg at a time, once daily. Strictly follow the instructions of the doctor and pharmacist.
If you miss a dose, give a dose as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue the patient's regular dosing schedule. You should never give two doses at one time.
If you accidentally give more than the prescribed dose, consult with the doctor or pharmacist.
Do not stop giving this medicine unless the doctor instructs you to do so.
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Cautions
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Precautions while taking this medicine
Pay attention that this medicine may cause dizziness in the initial period of dosing.
In patients with moderate to severe Alzheimer-type dementia, the ability of operating dangerous machinery such as driving a car may decline. The medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Do not let the patient operate dangerous machinery such as driving a car.
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Contraindication
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The most commonly reported adverse reactions include dizziness, constipation, body weight loss, headache, loss of appetite, increase in blood pressure, fall and edema. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.
muscle spasmodically contracting[convulsion]
faint[syncope, loss of consciousness]
overexcited (emotionally hyper and loud), aggressive behavior or attitude towards others or self, subjective delusion without evidence[psychological symptom (agitation, aggression, delusion, hallucination, confusion, delirium)]
general dullness, loss of appetite, yellowing of the skin and the white of eyes[liver dysfunction, jaundice]
muscle pain, muscle weakness, reddish brown urine[rhabdomyolysis]
The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.
