欧博allbetAmantadine (Symmetrel): Uses, Side Effects
Who should not use amantadine?
Allergies to Ingredients. People who are allergic to any of the following should not take amantadine products.
Amantadine
Symmetrel
Any of the ingredients in the specific product dispensed
Your pharmacist can tell you all of the ingredients in the specific amantadine products they stock.
What should I know about amantadine before using it?Do not take amantadine unless it has been prescribed to you by a healthcare provider.
Do not share amantadine with other people, even if they have the same condition as you. It may harm them.
Keep amantadine out of the reach of children.
If you are taking amantadine for Parkinson’s disease, do not stop taking it without talking to your healthcare provider. Stopping suddenly can lead to serious problems, including worsening of Parkinson’s disease, agitation, depression, and hallucinations. Contact your healthcare provider if you think you need to stop taking amantadine.
Use an accurate measuring device to measure your dose of amantadine liquid. A household spoon is not an accurate measuring device and may cause you to take the wrong dose. Ask your pharmacist to recommend an appropriate measuring device.
Amantadine can affect your alertness or coordination and may cause blurry vision. Do not drive or do other activities that require alertness or coordination until you know how amantadine affects you.
People who are 65 years of age and older can be at a greater risk for some side effects of amantadine. Talk to your healthcare provider about your risks if you are in this age group.
You should monitor your skin for changes while taking amantadine. Keep any appointments to have your skin checked.
What should I tell my healthcare provider before using amantadine?Tell your healthcare provider about all of your health conditions and any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using. This will help them determine if amantadine is right for you.
In particular, make sure that you discuss any of the following.
Vaccines. Talk with your healthcare provider about any vaccines that you may need. You should not receive certain vaccines right before or while using amantadine. Tell your healthcare provider about any vaccines you have recently received or have scheduled.
Current and Past Health Conditions. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any of the following.
Heart problems, including heart failure
Kidney problems
Liver problems
Seizures
Glaucoma
Mental health problems, including depression, mood problems, or psychosis
Low blood pressure, even if it only happens when you stand up
Other Medicines and Supplements. Amantadine may interact with other medicines and supplements. Before taking amantadine, tell your healthcare provider about any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using. See the Interactions section for more details.
Pregnancy. It is not known if or how amantadine could affect pregnancy or harm an unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider if you are or plan to become pregnant. Your healthcare provider will advise you if you should take amantadine while you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant.
Breastfeeding. Amantadine passes into breast milk. Tell your healthcare provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Your healthcare provider will advise you if you should take amantadine while breastfeeding.