Amantex Tablet

Amantex Tablet is a prescription tablet containing amantadine as its active ingredient, in the strength listed on the package, supplied by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It belongs to the anti-parkinsonian drug class and is used to help manage symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and certain drug-induced movement problems. Amantex Tablet is taken by mouth and is used when a clinician decides amantadine is appropriate for a patient’s symptoms and overall health.

How it works: Amantadine helps reduce Parkinsonian symptoms by increasing the release of dopamine and reducing the effects of a brain chemical called glutamate. As a tablet, Amantex Tablet provides a convenient oral way to maintain amantadine levels in the body over the dosing schedule prescribed by the doctor.

Because Amantex Tablet is the labeled tablet strength, it may be better suited to people who need that exact dose in a solid oral form rather than a lower-strength product. In practice, a doctor may choose this tablet when a specific amantadine dose is needed for symptom control and tablet swallowing is preferred over other dosage forms. Compared with lower-strength options, this tablet delivers the full labeled amount per tablet, so dose adjustments may be made by changing how many tablets are taken and how often.

• Parkinson’s disease symptom relief
• Drug-induced movement symptoms
• Stiffness and rigidity
• Tremor control
• Slowness of movement

• Swallow Amantex Tablet whole with water unless your doctor gives different instructions.
• Take it exactly at the times prescribed, since amantadine is often dosed more than once daily.
• If it upsets your stomach, taking the tablet with food may help.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet unless a clinician or pharmacist specifically says it is safe to do so.
• If a dose is missed, take it when remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Do not stop taking Amantex Tablet suddenly without medical advice, because symptoms may worsen.

Each Amantex Tablet provides the amantadine strength listed on the pack, and the exact dose depends on the condition being treated, kidney function, age, and response to therapy. This medicine may be taken once daily or divided into multiple doses per day depending on the prescriber’s plan, and the maximum daily amount should not be exceeded. Your doctor determines the right schedule for Amantex Tablet and may adjust it gradually to reduce side effects.

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

Common side effects of Amantadine may include:

• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Insomnia or trouble sleeping
• Blurred vision
• Feeling nervous or lightheaded

• Use caution if you have kidney disease, because amantadine can build up in the body and may require dose adjustment.
• Amantex Tablet can cause dizziness or blurred vision, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Alcohol may increase dizziness, drowsiness, and poor coordination.
• Tell your doctor if you have heart disease, seizures, glaucoma, or a history of mental health problems.
• Do not take it with other medicines that can cause anticholinergic effects, confusion, or sedation unless your clinician approves.
• Older adults may be more sensitive to side effects such as confusion, hallucinations, and falls.
• If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, discuss the risks and benefits before using this tablet.

• Alcohol
• Other Parkinson’s medicines or drugs that affect dopamine
• Anticholinergic medicines such as some bladder, allergy, or motion-sickness drugs
• Certain central nervous system depressants that increase drowsiness or confusion
• Kidney-affecting medicines that may alter amantadine clearance

Store Amantex Tablet in the original pack at room temperature, away from excess heat, moisture, and light, and keep it out of reach of children.