Amantrel Tablet
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Product introduction
Amantrel Tablet is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat Parkinson’s disease. It can also be used to treat drug-induced movement disorder. It works by increasing the levels of a chemical called dopamine in the brain, which is important for controlling movement.
Amantrel Tablet is also used to prevents and treats influenza infection. The antiviral poperty of the medicine works against the viruses to prevent their and multiplication. Amantrel Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor. This medicine may put you at a higher risk of having seizures, so it is better to talk to your doctor if you have any history of seizures or taking medication for it.
Some common side effects of Amantrel Tablet include nausea, dryness in the mouth, constipation, blurred vision, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), hallucinations, peripheral edema and balance disorder (loss of balance). It may initially cause dizziness and lowering of blood pressure while standing, so rise slowly and do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Amantrel Tablet is also used to prevents and treats influenza infection. The antiviral poperty of the medicine works against the viruses to prevent their and multiplication. Amantrel Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor. This medicine may put you at a higher risk of having seizures, so it is better to talk to your doctor if you have any history of seizures or taking medication for it.
Some common side effects of Amantrel Tablet include nausea, dryness in the mouth, constipation, blurred vision, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), hallucinations, peripheral edema and balance disorder (loss of balance). It may initially cause dizziness and lowering of blood pressure while standing, so rise slowly and do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Uses of Amantrel Tablet
Side effects of Amantrel 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 Amantrel
- Constipation
- Hallucination
- Dryness in mouth
- Fainting
- Dizziness
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Edema (swelling)
- Delusion
How to use Amantrel 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. Amantrel Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Amantrel Tablet works
Amantrel Tablet is a dopamine agonist that treats Parkinson's disease. It works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain which regulates body movements. It also has an antiviral property. It works against viruses to prevent their growth and multiplication. It also appears to restricts the viruses to release infectious chemicals (viral nucleic acid) to enter into the body. Thus, it prevents and treats influenza infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amantrel Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Amantrel Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Amantrel Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Amantrel Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Amantrel Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Amantrel Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Amantrel Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Amantrel Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Amantrel Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Amantrel Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
It may cause a transient increase in liver enzymes.
It may cause a transient increase in liver enzymes.
What if you forget to take Amantrel Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Amantrel Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Quick tips
- It can be taken with or without food.
- It may cause blurring of vision or affect mental ability. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
- It may put you at a higher risk of having seizures. Talk to your doctor if you have a history of seizures or are taking medication for it.
- Inform your doctor if you notice an urge to gamble, increased sexual urges, binge eating, or uncontrolled spending.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Synthetic Tricyclic Amine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Dopamine facilitator
Interaction with drugs
Taking Amantrel with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Careful consideration is advised when taking Bupropion wit
Concurrent use may increase the risk of heat stroke and constipation. Amantadine may reduce efficacy of Amisulpride.
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Concurrent use may increase the risk of heat stroke and constipation. Amantadine may reduce efficacy of Amisulpride.
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Concurrent use may increase the risk of heat stroke and constipation. Amantadine may reduce efficacy of Aripiprazole.
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Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Amantrel Tablet
Twice A Day
100%
What are you using Amantrel Tablet for?
Parkinson's d*
75%
Others
25%
*Parkinson's disease
How much was the improvement?
Average
58%
Excellent
27%
Poor
15%
What were the side-effects while using Amantrel Tablet?
Constipation
20%
Dizziness
20%
No Side Effec*
20%
Dryness in mo*
20%
Nausea
13%
*No Side Effect, Dryness in mouth
How do you take Amantrel Tablet?
With food
44%
With or witho*
44%
Empty stomach
11%
*With or without food
Please rate Amantrel Tablet on price
Average
58%
Expensive
42%
FAQs
Can Amantrel Tablet get you high?
The use of Amantrel Tablet may cause impulse control disorders in which you may have strong urges to gamble, increased sexual urges, intense urges to spend money, binge eating, and other intense urges. Additionally, there is the inability to control these urges. If such symptoms are experienced then dose reduction or tapered discontinuation should be considered.
Does Amantrel Tablet affect fertility?
No, Amantrel Tablet is not known to affect fertility in humans.
Does Amantrel Tablet affect fertility?
No, Amantrel Tablet is not known to affect fertility in humans.
Can Amantrel Tablet get you high?
The use of Amantrel Tablet may cause impulse control disorders in which you may have strong urges to gamble, increased sexual urges, intense urges to spend money, binge eating, and other intense urges. Additionally, there is the inability to control these urges. If such symptoms are experienced then dose reduction or tapered discontinuation should be considered.
Is Amantrel Tablet a dopamine agonist?
Yes, Amantrel Tablet is a dopamine agonist. Dopamine is needed to control movements in the brain. Amantrel Tablet works by increasing the amount of dopamine, thereby helping in controlling the movements in Parkinson’s disease.
Does Amantrel Tablet cause constipation?
Yes, constipation is a common side effect of Amantrel Tablet, though it does not occur in everyone. Consult your doctor or a dietician if constipation persists and is troublesome.
Does Amantrel Tablet cause fatigue?
Yes, Amantrel Tablet causes fatigue and sleepiness which may affect some patients’ ability to drive and operate machinery safely.
Can I take Amantrel Tablet any time during the day? Should the dose be taken before meal?
Yes, Amantrel Tablet can be taken at any time during the day, with or without food. Try to take the medicine at about the same time each day, as directed by your doctor. Taking your medicine at the same time each day will have the best effect. It will also help you to remember when to take your medicine.
Is Amantrel Tablet used for pain?
Though it is not an approved use, Amantrel Tablet has been shown to be effective in relieving pain related to nerve disorder. Amantrel Tablet is a prescription medicine, and you should take it for relief of pain only if advised by the doctor.
What happens when I stop taking Amantrel Tablet?
Do not stop taking this medicine or lower the dose without first checking with your doctor. If required, your doctor will gradually reduce the amount you take each day before stopping it completely. Abruptly stopping Amantrel Tablet may result in worsening of Parkinsonism. It may also cause delirium, agitation, delusions, hallucinations, paranoid reaction, stupor, anxiety, depression, or slurred speech.
Can Amantrel Tablet cause weight loss?
Decreased weight and body mass index may occur with continued Amantrel Tablet usage. If you have any concerns regarding weight loss consult your doctor or a nutritionist.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Aminoff MJ. Pharmacologic Management of Parkinsonism & Other Movement Disorders. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 477.
- Standaert DG, Roberson ED. Treatment of Central Nervous System Degenerative Disorders. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 619.
- 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. 48-49.
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Expires on or after: April, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Amantrel Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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