Amantadine

Information about Amantadine

Amantadine is used in the treatment of parkinson's disease.

Amantadine works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movements in the brain.

Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Loss of appetite, Dry mouth, Sweating, Ankle swelling, Anxiety, Constipation, Discoloration of skin of legs

Do not take amantadine, if you have fits (epilepsy); heart failure resulting in fluid build-up in the lungs, other body tissues or both (congestive heart failure); kidney or liver problems.
Avoid using amantadine, if you have ulcers in stomach or intestine; low blood pressure that may cause fainting; itchy skin rashes (eczema).
Do not take amantadine, if you have visual problems due to increased pressure in the eyes (glaucoma); history of mental problems including attempting suicide, confusion, seeing or hearing things that are not really there (hallucinations).
Avoid using amantadine, if you are addicted to any drug or alcohol.
Avoid consumption of alcohol while on treatment with amantadine.
Do not stop taking amantadine abruptly without consulting your doctor. It may cause worsening of Parkinson’s disease.
Do not stop taking amantadine abruptly without consulting your doctor if you are concurrently receiving medications for psychiatric problems (neuroleptics).
Use of amantadine may cause drowsiness, dizziness, fainting or blurring of vision that may affect your ability to drive or operate machines. Do not drive or operate machines till you feel better.
Do consult your doctor before taking amantadine if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.

Q. Is amantadine an MAOI or an anticholinergic or an antibiotic or narcotic or stimulant or a dopamine agonist?

Amantadine is not a MAOI or an anticholinergic or an antibiotic or narcotic or stimulant. It is an antiviral drug

Q. Is amantadine available over the counter (OTC)?

No, it is not available as OTC drug, consult your doctor before taking amantadine

Q. Is amantadine like Adderall?

No, amantadine is different than Adderall (amphetamine and dextroamphetamine). Adderall is a psychostimulant