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Mentadem is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease.
The correct dosage of Mentadem depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Mentadem side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Mentadem normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Mentadem's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Mentadem related warnings talks about Mentadem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Mentadem have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Mentadem may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mentadem is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Mentadem 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
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Is the use of Mentadem safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Mentadem safely.
Is the use of Mentadem safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Mentadem. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Mentadem on the Kidneys?
Mentadem rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mentadem on the Liver?
Mentadem may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Mentadem on the Heart?
You can take Mentadem without any fear of damage to the heart.
Mentadem 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 Mentadem unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mentadem habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Mentadem has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Mentadem. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Mentadem only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Mentadem is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mentadem
You can take Mentadem with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mentadem
Information about the interaction of Mentadem and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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; Namenda (memantine HCl)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 490