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Amantadine is used to treat a group of side effects, called parkinsonian side effects, that include tremors , difficulty walking, and slack muscle tone.

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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 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.


What is Amantadine also called?

Symmetrel


What is Symmetrel also called?

Amantadine


Is amantadine a painkiller?

No, it's an anti-Parkinsonian.


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 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


What is amantadine syrup?

Amantadine syrup is an antiviral medication primarily used to treat and prevent influenza A virus infections and to manage symptoms of Parkinson's disease and certain movement disorders. It works by inhibiting viral replication and increasing dopamine release in the brain. The syrup formulation makes it easier for patients, particularly children, to take the medication. It is important to use amantadine under the guidance of a healthcare professional due to potential side effects and interactions.


How does amber die on house MD die?

Amantadine poisoning due to kidney trauma, from the bus crash with House