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Galamer 4 Tablet is used to treat mild to moderate dementia in Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive illness that gradually affects memory and thinking. It does not cure this illness but may help improve memory, awareness, and other symptoms.

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 22 Feb 2026 | 06:32 PM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Galantamine (4mg)

Marketer

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

The content is shown in English

Product introduction

Your doctor will explain how to take Galamer 4 Tablet. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit. The dose may change from time to time to suit your individual needs. You may take it with food, preferably at night before going to bed. It can take up to a few weeks for symptoms to improve so keep taking your medicine regularly. You should not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.

The most common side effects of this medicine are nausea and vomiting. It may also cause diarrhea, decreased appetite, hallucination, depression, fainting, dizziness, headache, sleepiness, fatigue, indigestion, and abdominal pain. Some people may experience dizziness, increase in blood pressure, or slow heart rate. You may have side effects more often when you start your treatment or when your dose is increased. Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to the Galamer 4 Tablet. If they are severe or will not go away, you should contact your doctor.

Before using Galamer 4 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy, or asthma. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other drugs you are using so let your doctor know what these are to be safe. During pregnancy, this medicine should only be taken if it is advised.

Uses of Galamer Tablet

Alzheimer's disease

Benefits of Galamer Tablet

Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory, thinking skills, and the ability to carry out everyday tasks. One of the early and most noticeable symptoms is memory loss, which worsens over time. Galamer 4 Tablet works by increasing the levels of certain natural substances in the brain that are involved in memory and learning. It improves nerve signal transmission, helps slow down the worsening of memory problems, and enhances cognitive function, allowing individuals to maintain daily activities for a longer period.

Side effects of Galamer Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Galamer

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Headache
Dizziness
Decreased appetite
Abdominal pain
Hallucination
Depression
Indigestion
Lethargy
Fainting
Slow heart rate
High blood pressure
Sleepiness

How to use Galamer Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Galamer 4 Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How Galamer Tablet works

Memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease occurs due to disturbances of signal transmission in the brain. Galamer 4 Tablet is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) involved in the transmission of nerve signals. This improves memory and thinking.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Galamer 4 Tablet to slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
It does not cure Alzheimer's disease but may help improve brain function and ability to do daily activities.
Take it with or without food, preferably at night before going to bed.
It may cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking Galamer 4 Tablet.
Monitor your body weight regularly as both Galamer 4 Tablet and Alzheimer's disease can cause weight loss.
Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Galamer 4 Tablet affects you.
It may cause serious skin rashes. Stop taking medication and inform your doctor if you notice a skin rash.
Inform your doctor if you develop muscle tremors, especially if you have Parkinson’s disease.
Inform your doctor about taking Galamer 4 Tablet, If you are going to have surgery under anesthesia.
Be cautious while taking this medicine if you suffer from peptic ulcer as it may cause vomiting, stomach bleeding, stomach pain, or discomfort.
Inform your doctor if you experience seizures or convulsions while taking this medicine.
You have been prescribed Galamer 4 Tablet to slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
It does not cure Alzheimer's disease but may help improve brain function and ability to do daily activities.
Take it with or without food, preferably at night before going to bed.
It may cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking Galamer 4 Tablet.
Monitor your body weight regularly as both Galamer 4 Tablet and Alzheimer's disease can cause weight loss.
Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Galamer 4 Tablet affects you.
Be cautious while taking this medicine if you suffer from peptic ulcer as it may cause vomiting, stomach bleeding, stomach pain, or discomfort.
Inform your doctor if you develop muscle tremors, especially if you have Parkinson’s disease.
Inform your doctor if you experience seizures or convulsions while taking this medicine.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Galamer 4 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Galamer 4 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Galamer 4 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Galamer 4 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Galamer 4 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
However, use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with end-stage kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Galamer 4 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of Galamer 4 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Galamer with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Crizotinib (Oral Route)

watch out for symptoms such as breathlessness, fatigue, drowsiness, sedation or faintness or vomiting and consult your doctor if you experience them.

Moderate

Amitriptyline (Oral Route)

Do not consume Galantamine with Amitriptyline. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor. They may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Galantamine may increase the effect of Amitriptyline.

Moderate

Atazanavir (Oral Route)

Watch out for symptoms of Galantamine side effects such as nausea, vomiting, muscle pain or headache and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Galantamine accordingly. Atazanavir may raise blood levels of Galantamine.

Moderate

Atropine (Injection Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Atropine may slow down the removal of Galantamine from the body.

Moderate

Bethanechol (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Bethanechol may increase the effect of Galantamine.

Frequently asked questions

Is Galamer 4 Tablet an antipsychotic?

No, it is not an antipsychotic. Galamer 4 Tablet is a cholinesterase inhibitor used for the treatment of mild to moderate Alzheimer’s dementia.

What are the symptoms of overdose of Galamer 4 Tablet?

An overdose of Galamer 4 Tablet can lead to muscle weakness, muscle twitching, severe nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, decrease in blood pressure, collapse, and convulsions (sudden irregular movement of body). It may also cause watery eyes, slow heartbeat and excessive production of saliva, urine, stools, and sweat.

Why more fluids are necessary during Galamer 4 Tablet therapy?

During Galamer 4 Tablet therapy various side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, weight decrease can be observed. The impact of these adverse events can be reduced if Galamer 4 Tablet is taken with food and adequate fluid intake is ensured. Use of antiemetic agents can also be equally helpful.

Does Galamer 4 Tablet affect weight of a patient?

Yes, treatment with cholinesterase inhibitors, including Galamer 4 Tablet, has been associated with weight loss in patients with Alzheimer's disease. So during Galamer 4 Tablet therapy, weight should be monitored for such patients.

Does Galamer 4 Tablet have any effect on heart?

Yes, Galamer 4 Tablet do affect heart. Galamer 4 Tablet decreases heart rate, which can be seen as a common side effect of this medicine. Other uncommon side effects include AV block, palpitations, and superaventricular extrasystoles (a type of cardiac arrythmia).

How Galamer 4 Tablet affect blood pressure?

Use of Galamer 4 Tablet may result in an increase in blood pressure which is a common side effect of this medicine. On the contrary, uncommon side effect of Galamer 4 Tablet is decrease in blood pressure. So, for a hypertensive patient a regular monitoring of blood pressure is required.

Can I continue with Galamer 4 Tablet if I have to undergo surgery?

If you are going to have surgery, inform the surgeon or anaesthetist beforehand that you are taking this medicine. The doctor will advise you how to proceed further or may even stop Galamer 4 Tablet.

Can I stop Galamer 4 Tablet on my own?

No, do not stop taking Galamer 4 Tablet without consulting your doctor. Continue to take Galamer 4 Tablet even if you feel well. If you do stop taking Galamer 4 Tablet for a few days or longer, call your doctor before starting Galamer 4 Tablet again. Your doctor will probably advise you to start with the lowest dose of Galamer 4 Tablet and gradually increase your dose to the dose you had been taking.

What is dementia?

Dementia is a syndrome in which there is deterioration in memory, thinking, behaviour, and the ability to perform everyday activities. Alzheimer disease is the most common form of dementia and may contribute to 60–70% of cases. Dementia is one of the major causes of disability and dependency among older people worldwide.

Can I take paroxetine with Galamer 4 Tablet?

You should avoid taking Galamer 4 Tablet with paroxetine. Medicines like quinidine, paroxetine or fluoxetine, ketoconazole or ritonavir interfere with the working of Galamer 4 Tablet. This interaction may increase the levels of Galamer 4 Tablet in the body that may result in nausea and vomiting. Under these circumstances, a reduction of the Galamer 4 Tablet maintenance dose can be considered, based on tolerability of this medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Galanthamine derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Cholinesterase Inhibitors

References

Stahl SM, editor. Galantamine. In: Stahl's Essential Pschopharmacology: Prescriber's Guide. 5th ed. New York, New York: Cambridge University Press; 2014. pp. 281-85.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 611-12.
Galantamine hydrobromide [EMC SmPC]. Camberley, Surrey: Sandoz Limited; 2010 [revised 26 Apr. 2017]. [Accessed 24 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
Galantamine [FDA Label]. Titusville, NJ: Janssen Pharmaceutica Products; 2004. [Accessed 25 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Galantamine hydrobromide [EMC SmPC]. London, England: Shire Pharmaceuticals Limited; 2005 [revised 10 May 2017]. [Accessed 25 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

User feedback

Patients taking Galamer 4 Tablet

Once A Day

57%

Twice A Day

34%

Thrice A Day

Once A Week

What are you using Galamer Tablet for?

Alzheimer's disease

83%

Dementia in Parkinson's disease

17%

How much was the improvement?

Average

33%

Poor

33%

Excellent

33%

What were the side-effects while using Galamer 4 Tablet?

Dizziness

33%

Nausea

33%

Headache

33%

How do you take Galamer Tablet?

With food

100%

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Marketer details

Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135 || Khasra No. 1335-1340,Near EPIP- I, Vill - Bhatoli Kalan ,Baddi, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, 173205 || Acme Plaza, Andheri-Kurla Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai, Maharashtra -400059

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Country of origin: India
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Product introduction

Uses of Galamer Tablet

Benefits of Galamer Tablet

Side effects of Galamer Tablet

How to use Galamer Tablet

How Galamer Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Crizotinib (Oral Route)

Amitriptyline (Oral Route)

Atazanavir (Oral Route)

Atropine (Injection Route)

Bethanechol (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Is Galamer 4 Tablet an antipsychotic?

What are the symptoms of overdose of Galamer 4 Tablet?

Why more fluids are necessary during Galamer 4 Tablet therapy?

Does Galamer 4 Tablet affect weight of a patient?

Does Galamer 4 Tablet have any effect on heart?

How Galamer 4 Tablet affect blood pressure?

Can I continue with Galamer 4 Tablet if I have to undergo surgery?

Can I stop Galamer 4 Tablet on my own?

What is dementia?

Can I take paroxetine with Galamer 4 Tablet?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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