• Memantine is used to treat Alzhemier-type moderate to severe dementia
• Memantine may be used for conditions not referenced on this page

Always follow the medication guidelines, your doctor's instructions, and your dosage amount instructions exactly.

• Take with or without food
• Do not crush/chew/break/open an extended-release capsule
• Measure liquid medication with the dosage device provided
• Do not mix the liquid medication with other liquids
• Rinse and dry oral syringe with water after every use
• Store at room temperature, away from heat and moisture
• Keep container tightly closed
• Do not store with oral syringe in the bottle
• If you miss a dose, take it right away, but if it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
• If you've missed doses or forgotten to take the medication for a few days, contact your doctor before re-starting

Always inform your doctor of all known medications, medical conditions, and allergies prior to taking a new drug, including over-the-counter drugs, herbs, supplements, and vitamins.

General precautions:

• Use caution when driving and operating machinery
• Inform your doctor of other medications you may be taking, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, supplements, and herbs

Inform your doctor if you:

• Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or plan to
• Forget to take a dose for a few days

Do not use this medication if you:

• Are allergic to it
• Have epilepsy or a seizure disorder
• Have liver or kidney disease
• Have a urination problem
• Have a bladder or kidney infection

Drug interactions:

• amantadine
• zonisamide
• cough medication that contain dextromethorphan
• medication that makes urine alkaline
• glaucoma medication

Please note that the precautionary information, interactions, and side effects listed on this webpage are not exhaustive. Other effects may occur. Please consult with your doctor about the relevance of this information to your personal case.

Always inform your doctor of all known medications, medical conditions, and allergies prior to taking a new drug, including over-the-counter drugs, herbs, supplements, and vitamins.

Common side effects:

• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Headache

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

• Symptoms of an allergic reaction: hives, breathing challenges, swelling of face/lips/tongue/throat
• Severe headache, blurred vision, pounding in neck/ears
• Seizures and convulsions
• Changes in mood/behavior that are unusual

Please note that the precautionary information, interactions, and side effects listed on this webpage are not exhaustive. Other effects may occur. Please consult with your doctor about the relevance of this information to your personal case.