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Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's

Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's

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Synonym

AMANTADINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Composition

AMANTADINE-100MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's

Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's contains a class of medication called dopamine agonists used to treat Parkinson's disease symptoms. It plays a vital role in treating symptoms such as difficulty moving, muscle stiffness, and tremors. Parkinson's disease is a nervous system disorder that causes movement, muscle control, balance, and other similar conditions.  In addition to this, it also prevents symptoms of influenza (a viral infection).

Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's contains amantadine (dopamine agonist), which is an anti-Parkinson's drug. It helps treat Parkinson's disease by increasing dopamine (a chemical) level in the brain, responsible for improving body movement coordination. Thus, it effectively helps in performing daily functions in a better way and improving quality of life.

In some cases, Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's may cause side effects like dry mouth, constipation, balance disorder (loss of balance), blurred vision, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and peripheral oedema. Most of these side effects of Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's if you are allergic to any of its components, have severe liver or kidney problems, or have epilepsy. Check with your doctor if you're pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Also, do not stop Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's abruptly, as it may lead to severe side effects. Consult your doctor, and he/she might lower the dose gradually.

Uses of Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's

Treatment of Parkinson's disease.

Medicinal Benefits

Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's contains amantadine (dopamine agonist), which is an anti-Parkinson's drug. It helps treat Parkinson's disease by increasing dopamine (a chemical) level in the brain, responsible for improving body movement coordination. Thus, it effectively helps in performing daily functions in a better way and improving quality of life.

Directions for Use

Take Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's with or without food as advised by a doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's

  • Dry mouth
  • Constipation
  • Balance disorder (loss of balance)
  • Blurred vision
  • Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)
  • Peripheral edema

Drug Warnings

Do not take Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's if you are allergic to amantadine or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor about all other OTC medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or are planning to take. If you have kidney or liver disease, mental illness, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye can lead to a gradual loss of vision), epilepsy, a sleep disorder, eczema (dry, itchy skin with red, scaly rashes), urinary tract infections, heart failure, hypotension (low blood pressure), or if you drink or have ever consumed large amounts of alcohol, Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's should be taken with caution and only if a doctor prescribes you. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before starting Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's as a dose adjustment may be required if the benefits outweigh the risks. Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position, especially when you start taking Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's so please get up gradually. Also, do not take any live vaccination for at least 48 hours after the last dose of Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's. Avoid dairy products as it may cause disease progression, and take some calcium supplements to avoid their deficiency.

Drug Interactions

Drug-drug Interaction: This medicine may have an interaction with anti-depressant medications (bupropion), medication containing iodine, pain killers (tramadol), anticholinergics (benztropine), blood thinners (aspirin), NSAIDs (ibuprofen), anti-epileptic medications (clonazepam, diazepam).

Drug-Food Interaction:  Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's interacts with non-prescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. Also, alcohol consumption and drinks containing caffeine should not be taken along with Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had an f you have kidney or liver disease, received a 'live' nasal flu vaccine, heart problem or history of heart disease, alcoholism, mental illness, hypotension (low blood pressure), glaucoma (increased eye pressure), hypotension (low blood pressure), mental illness, psychosis, or suicidal thoughts or actions.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • BUSPIRONE
  • TRAMADOL
  • ASPIRIN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • CLONAZEPAM
  • DIAZEPAM
  • IODINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.

  • Include turmeric or yellow mustard in your diet to avoid constipation caused by Parkinson’s disease and increase the intake of fluids to stay hydrated.

  • Caffeine can help in slowing down the progression of the disease.

  • Take enough of Vitamin D and fresh air as it is known to improve the symptoms of Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's.

Special Advise

Avoid alcoholic beverages with Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Parkinson’s Disease: It is a nervous system disorder that affects movement and coordination. The symptoms start slowly, sometimes with a simple tremor but eventually lead to a slowing movement and unable to coordinate movements. As the disease progresses, the symptoms may become worse.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Intake of alcohol with Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's may damage your liver. Therefore, you are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It is not known whether Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's will affect pregnant women or fetus. Therefore, Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's is given to pregnant women only if doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's is excreted in human milk. But the amount of Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's absorbed by the nursing infant is unknown. So, it should not be taken while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

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Liver

Unsafe

Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's is unsafe, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may have to adjust the dose if there are symptoms of nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dark-colored urine, or yellowing of skin/eye.

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Kidney

Caution

Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's can be given to children but under medical supervision. Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's is prescribed to the children to treat complicated urinary tract infections, anthrax infection, or plague infection.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

4-6, Bora Bazar St, Borabazar Precinct, Ballard Estate, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001
Other Info - AMA0147

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FAQs

Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's is used to treat Parkinson's disease symptoms. It plays a vital role in treating symptoms such as difficulty moving, muscle stiffness, and tremors.
Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's works by increasing dopamine (a chemical) level in the brain, responsible for improving body movement coordination. Thus, it effectively helps in performing daily functions in a better way and improving quality of life.
No, Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
No, Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's should not be taken if you have epilepsy as it might increase your chances of seizures. Please consults your doctor before starting Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's.
You should inform your doctor, and he might stop the use of Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's before the surgery.
Do not stop taking Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's, you may experience confusion, fever, mental state changes, or severe muscle stiffness. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually depending upon your disease condition.
Amantadine is a dopamine agonist used to treat Parkinson's disease and its symptoms, including dyskinesia (sudden uncontrolled movements).
Amantadine may cause constipation as a common side effect. Usually, it is temporary, does not require medical attention, and gradually resolves over time. However, if this persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Yes, in some cases, Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's has been used for neuropathic pain.
Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's contains Amantadine as an active ingredient.
Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's may cause some people to become dizzy, drowsy, or lightheaded, leading to tiredness or fatigue.
If you suddenly stop taking Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's, you may experience confusion, fever, mental state changes, or severe muscle stiffness. Depending on your disease condition, your doctor will decrease your dose gradually, if necessary.
Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's is not a dopamine agonist. It may inhibit the reuptake of dopamine and increase the synthesis and release of dopamine.
Individual needs may vary from person to person, so it should be used as directed by the physician.
Yes, Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's can be taken with or without food.
In rare cases, Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's may cause anxiety and feeling overexcited. If you experience any of these symptoms or if they persist, please consult the doctor.
Overdose symptoms may include confusion, agitation, behaviour changes, hallucinations, severe headache or pounding in your ears, muscle stiffness, problems with balance or walking, trouble breathing, Tachycardia (fast heartbeats) and seizures.
Limited research is available. Consult your doctor if you have any questions or concerns regarding this.
With continued Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's use, decreased weight and body mass index may occur. Seek medical attention if you observe any significant or sudden changes.
Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's may cause side effects like dry mouth, constipation, balance disorder (loss of balance), blurred vision, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and peripheral oedema. Most of these side effects of Amantavac 100 Capsule 15's are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

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