Generic Namenda XR (memantine)

Namenda XR is classified as an anti-reliever. It is used to relieve pain and in the treatment of dementia.

 

Namenda XR is used for the treatment of severe dementia. It does this possible by blocking excess operation of a substance within the brain. Namenda XR is capsule medicines that administered orally. The use of Namenda XR may vary as medical practitioners may want to use it together with other drugs to be used to treat other health conditions.

 

To talk of the exact dosages of Namenda XR to be administered is hard as it is given in dosages that will suit the particular condition of a patient. It is highly advised that a doctor’s prescription is followed to the later. The prescription is to be in regard to the amounts and duration of the dose. Children of an underage, preferably 6 years are not to be exposed to the drug as it may affect their growth.

 

For health reasons, side effects are to be attended by a health practitioner to guarantee the health of a patient. Failure to attend to side effects leads to putting the life of a patient at risk.

Most common of side effects of Namenda XR drugs are: 

• Dizziness. 

• Tiredness. 

• Diarrhea. 

• Headache.

Severe forms of side effects of Namenda XR are but not limited to:

• Breathing problems. 

• Mood changes. 

• Swelling of the mouth. 

• Chest pain. 

• Slurred speech. 

• Vision changes. 

• Hallucinations. 

• Depression. 

• Uncontrolled urination. 

 

Namenda XR is a medicine that may interact with other medical conditions. It is prudent to tell your doctor of any medical conditions which a patient is under. Some of these conditions include: 

• Being pregnant. 

• Allergic patients. 

• Liver problems. 

• Kidney problems. 

• Urinating problems.

• Breast feeding.

Medicines that may actually interact with Namenda XR to the detriment of the health of the patient include: 

• Amantadine 

• Dextromethorphan 

• Carbonic anhydrase 

• Sodium bicarbonate 

• Ketamine