Galamer

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Composition for Galamer Products

Galamer Products are primarily used for

Alzheimer's disease

About Galamer Products

Uses of Galamer Products

Galantamine is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

Galamer Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Galamer are Nausea, Headache, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Decreased appetite, Weight loss, Fatigue, Weakness, Depression, Fainting, Tremors, Sleepiness, Lethargy, Hallucination, Slow heart rate, High blood pressure, Abdominal pain, Muscle spasm.

How Galamer Products work

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

Patient Concerns about Galamer Products

Frequently asked questions about Galamer Products

Frequently asked questions about Galantamine

Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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).
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.

Products for Galamer

Galamer 4 Tablet
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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
MRP
239
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Galamer 8 Tablet
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MRP
449
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Galamer OD 8 Tablet
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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
MRP
252
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Galamer OD 4mg Tablet
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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
MRP
220.45
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