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Amantadine
Indications:
Amantadine is used to treat Parkinson's disease
and conditions similar to those of Parkinson's disease. It also is used to
prevent and treat respiratory infections caused by influenza A virus.
Usage:
Amantadine comes as a capsule and liquid to take
by mouth. It is usually taken once or twice a day. Follow the directions on
your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to
explain any part you do not understand. Take amantadine exactly as directed.
Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your
doctor. Do not stop taking amantadine without talking to your doctor.
special precautions:
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tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to
amantadine or any other drugs.
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tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and
nonprescription medications you are taking, especially benztropine (Cogentin),
hydrochlorothiazide with triamterene (Maxzide, Dyazide), medication for
depression, other medication for Parkinson's disease, medication for
spasms of the stomach or intestines, stimulants, trihexyphenidyl (Artane),
and vitamins.
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tell your doctor if you have epilepsy or any other type
of seizures, or have ever had heart, kidney, or liver disease, heart
failure, low blood pressure, recurring skin rash, or mental illness.
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tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become
pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking
amantadine, call your doctor immediately. Amantadine may cause harm to the
fetus.
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this medicine may cause blurred vision; be careful when
driving or doing things requiring alertness.
side effects:
Although side effects from amantadine
are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these
symptoms are severe or do not go away:
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blurred vision
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dizziness
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lightheadedness
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faintness
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trouble sleeping
If you experience any of the following
side effects, call your doctor immediately:
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