Memantal 10 mg Tablet

Memantal 10 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains 10 mg of memantine in each tablet. It belongs to the NMDA receptor antagonist class and is used to help manage symptoms of moderate to severe Alzheimer’s disease. This Memantal 10 mg Tablet is taken by mouth and is part of a treatment plan directed by a healthcare professional. It is not a cure for Alzheimer’s, but it may help support memory, thinking, and daily function in some patients.

How it works: Memantine works by blocking excess activity of a brain chemical called glutamate, which may help protect nerve cells from overstimulation. As a tablet, Memantal 10 mg Tablet provides a simple oral way to take this medicine consistently every day.

The 10 mg strength is a standard maintenance tablet for patients who have already been assessed and titrated by a doctor. Compared with lower memantine strengths, Memantal 10 mg Tablet delivers a full 10 mg in each dose, so it is not usually the first dose for treatment start. A clinician may choose this strength when a patient has tolerated lower doses and is ready for a higher, more established daily amount.

• Moderate to severe Alzheimer’s disease
• Help with memory and thinking symptoms
• Support for daily function in Alzheimer’s care
• Long-term symptom management as prescribed

• Swallow Memantal 10 mg Tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose on your own.
• It can usually be taken with or without food.
• If your doctor increases the dose, follow the schedule closely and do not jump to a higher amount early.
• Try to take the tablet at the same time each day.
• If you miss a dose, follow your prescriber’s instructions and do not double up unless told to do so.

Each Memantal 10 mg Tablet contains 10 mg of memantine. Depending on your doctor’s plan, it may be taken once daily or split into two doses per day, and the total daily dose is usually adjusted up to a maximum of 20 mg per day for most adults with Alzheimer’s disease. Your healthcare provider decides the right dose based on your response, kidney function, and tolerability.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Memantine may include:

• Dizziness, which may be more noticeable at the 10 mg strength
• Headache
• Confusion
• Constipation
• Sleepiness or fatigue
• High blood pressure
• Diarrhea or nausea

• Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, since memantine dosing may need adjustment.
• Use caution when driving or operating machinery until you know how Memantal 10 mg Tablet affects you.
• Alcohol can worsen dizziness, drowsiness, and confusion.
• Tell your prescriber about a history of seizures, urinary problems, or bladder trouble.
• Do not combine with other memantine products unless your doctor specifically instructs you to.
• Older adults may be more sensitive to side effects such as confusion and dizziness.
• Keep taking it only as directed; stopping or changing the dose without medical advice may worsen symptoms.

• Other memantine products
• Dextromethorphan-containing cough medicines
• Amantadine
• Ketamine
• Sodium bicarbonate or other medicines that can change urine pH

Store Memantal 10 mg Tablet at room temperature in the original strip or box, protected from moisture and out of reach of children.