Ebixa

Lundbeck India Pvt Ltd

Composition for Ebixa Products

Ebixa Products are primarily used for

Alzheimer's disease

About Ebixa Products

Uses of Ebixa Products

Memantine is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. It should be used in patients with moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease.

Ebixa Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Ebixa are Dizziness, Headache, Balance disorder (loss of balance), Weight gain, Drug allergy, High blood pressure, Shortness of breath, Gastrointestinal intolerance.

How Ebixa Products work

Memantine is an N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist. Memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease is due to excessive production of glutamate (chemical messenger) in the brain which is mediated by NMDA receptors. Memantine works by preventing the action of NMDA receptors and regulates the production of glutamate.  involved in the transmission of nerve signals. This is how it prevents memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease.

Patient Concerns about Ebixa Products

Frequently asked questions about Ebixa Products

Frequently asked questions about Memantine

Q. Does Ebixa 10mg Tablet have abuse potential?
No, Ebixa 10mg Tablet does not have abuse potential. On the contrary, it may prevent excess use of addictive drugs such as morphine or ethanol.
Q. When and how Ebixa 10mg Tablet should be taken?
Ebixa 10mg Tablet should be taken orally once a day. To benefit from your medicine you should take it regularly every day at the same time of the day. The tablets should be swallowed with some water. The tablets can be taken with or without food.
Q. How long does it take for Ebixa 10mg Tablet to start working?
For Ebixa 10mg Tablet to start working and show its full benefits, it may require between 3 and 8 hours. The doctor may require a follow-up clinical assessment to check the progress after 4 weeks and then 6 months after the first assessment.
Q. What are the symptoms of overdosage of Ebixa 10mg Tablet?
The symptoms which can be observed due to an overdose of Ebixa 10mg Tablet include tiredness, weakness, drowsiness, confusion, hallucinations, and/or vomiting. Some may also experience diarrhea, vertigo, agitation, aggression, and walking difficulty.
Q. How does Ebixa 10mg Tablet affect a person with dementia?
Ebixa 10mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called N-methyl-D- aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonists. It works by decreasing abnormal activity in the brain. Ebixa 10mg Tablet may improve the ability to think and remember. It may also reduce the deterioration of these abilities in people who have Alzheimer's disease. However, with time the effectiveness of this medicine will reduce and it may not be able to cure Alzheimer's disease or prevent the loss of these abilities.
Q. What is dementia?
Dementia is a syndrome in which there is deterioration in memory, thinking, behavior, and the ability to perform everyday activities. Dementia is one of the major causes of disability and dependency among older people worldwide. Alzheimer disease is the most common form of dementia which contributes to around 60 to 70% of cases.
Q. Can I just stop taking Ebixa 10mg Tablet?
No, Ebixa 10mg Tablet should not be stopped even if you feel well. This medicine only helps to control the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease but does not cure it. If you need to stop the medication then doctor should be consulted first.
Q. Does Ebixa 10mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Ebixa 10mg Tablet may make you sleepy. Ebixa 10mg Tablet has minor to moderate influence on the ability to drive and usage of machines. In such cases, outpatients should be warned to take special care.
Q. Can Ebixa 10mg Tablet be combined with donepezil?
Yes, Ebixa 10mg Tablet can be combined with donepezil, as there will be no increased adverse effects. However, this combination will not cure Alzheimer's, but it can only improve thinking ability, short term memory, and other related symptoms.
Q. What medicines should I avoid while taking Ebixa 10mg Tablet?
Ebixa 10mg Tablet can interact with several medicines. Taking other medicines along with Ebixa 10mg Tablet can either make Ebixa 10mg Tablet less effective or increase its side effect. Do not take any medicine without talking to your doctor.
Q. Does Ebixa 10mg Tablet have any interaction with cardiac medicines?
Yes, Ebixa 10mg Tablet may interfere with the working of hydrochlorothiazide (HCT). It decreases the levels of HCT which will reduce the effectiveness of HCT. Also, procainamide and quinidine may increase levels of Ebixa 10mg Tablet which may cause increased toxicity.
Q. Can I stop taking Ebixa 10mg Tablet if I feel better?
No, keep using Ebixa 10mg Tablet as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Ebixa 10mg Tablet can bring back your symptoms of dementia.

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