Salt Name/Active Ingredients:-
Galantamine
Why Reminyl is prescribed:-
The drug Galantamine, that can be sold under various trade names Reminyl is one of them. Reminyl can be used in the treatment of mild to moderate symptoms of Alzheimer's disease that includes memory impairment. It can also be used to treat any confusion.
How to use:-
Reminyl is generally recommended to take it with food. It is more beneficial to take the dose each day at the same time. I can't take this medicine without proper consultation with your physician.
What if I miss a dose or overdose:-
If u forget to take a dose, you can take it later. But assure that the time is not exceeded to the time of the next dose. You can skip the dose if the time is nearer to the next dose. Don't take both doses at the same time to avoid an overdose of the drug. Overdose of Reminyl may cause any severe problems i.e difficulty in breathing, twitching, stomach cramps, seizure, irregular heartbeat. In this case, consult your health care professional as early as possible. Or you can also call any poison control center.
Side-effects:-
Side-effects of Reminyl may include G.I.symptoms, bradycardia, fainting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, weight loss, skin allergy, seizures, difficulty in urination, etc.
Interactions:-
Drug interaction is a major factor that helps to prescribe or adjust the dose of a patient. Reminyl can interact with various drugs that come under cholinergic drugs, NSAIDS, anticholinergics, anticoagulants, etc.
Precautions:-
Don't take alcoholic beverages with this drug. Reminyl may cause dehydration, so you can intake the maximum amount of fluids to avoid it. Avoid driving and any other work that needs alertness. Not to be taken without a prescription or any consultation with the physician. If you have any liver or kidney disorder then tell it to your health care professional.
Important:- Reminyl a brand that contains a single drug known as Galantamine. Galantamine has a unique, dual-mode of action. It acts as a reversible, competitive inhibitor that helps by increasing the level of Ach and thereby help in relieving the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease that include confusion or any mental disorder.
Prescription Required | Yes |
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Generic / Brand | Generic |
Salt Name | Galantamine |