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What is Symmetrel also called?
Amantadine
What is amantadine?
Amantadine is a synthetic antiviral agent that also has strong antiparkinsonian properties. It is sold in the United States under the brand name Symmetrel, and is also available under its generic name.
What is the difference between Amantadine and Amantadine hydrochloride?
Actually they are the same substance. A chloride ion is introduced to amantadine to become amantadine hydrochloride. This will be helpful to increase the solubility of amantadine. Most drugs are absorbed faster by the body if they are salts, especially hydrochloride salts and sulfate salts
Is amantadine a narcotic?
yes
What is the purpose of amantadine?
Amantadine is used to treat a group of side effects, called parkinsonian side effects, that include tremors , difficulty walking, and slack muscle tone.
What are the side effects of amantadine?
Amantadine is generally well tolerated, but may cause dizziness and nausea. It is classified as pregnancy schedule C. Since amantadine is excreted in breast milk, breastfeeding while taking amantidine is not recommended.
Is amantadine a painkiller?
No, it's an anti-Parkinsonian.
What is rimantadine?
it is a derivative of anti-viral drug Amantadine which blocks the ion channel and prevent uncoating of influenza A virus and it has less side effects as compared to Amantadine.
What drug interactions does amantadine have?
The combination of amantadine and central nervous system stimulants (e.g., amphetamines or decongestants) may cause increased central nervous stimulation or increase the likelihood of seizures.
What drugs are used to slow the growth or reproduction of viruses?
Acyclovir, ganciclovir, foscarnet, and amantadine
How does amber die on house MD die?
Amantadine poisoning due to kidney trauma, from the bus crash with House
What is the toxicity of anti-influenza drugs?
The anti-influenza drugs are generally well tolerated. Amantadine, which is also used for treatment of Parkinsonism, may show more frequent CNS effects, including sedation and dizziness.
