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Galantamine is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Galantamine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Galantamine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Galantamine is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Galantamine safe for pregnant women?
Galantamine can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Galantamine safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Galantamine for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Galantamine on the Kidneys?
Galantamine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Galantamine on the Liver?
Galantamine is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Galantamine on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Galantamine for the heart.
Galantamine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Galantamine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Galantamine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Galantamine is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Galantamine can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Galantamine, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Galantamine is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Galantamine
Taking Galantamine with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Galantamine
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Galantamine at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Razadyne® (galantamine hydrobromide)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 490
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 607-608