Generic name: memantine (oral route) [ me-MAN-teen ]
Drug class:Miscellaneous central nervous system agents
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 21, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Namenda
- Namenda XR
- Namenda XR Titration Pack
Available Dosage Forms:
- Tablet
- Solution
- Capsule, Extended Release
Therapeutic Class: Central Nervous System Agent
Pharmacologic Class: N-Methyl-D-Aspartate Receptor Antagonist
Uses for Namenda XR Titration Pack
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. Memantine is not a cure for Alzheimer's disease but it can help people with the disease. Memantine will not cure Alzheimer's disease, and it will not stop the disease from getting worse.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Namenda XR Titration Pack
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies on the relationship of age to the effects of memantine have not been performed in the pediatric population.
Geriatric
No information is available on the relationship of age to the effects of memantine in geriatric patients.
Breastfeeding
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Interactions with medicines
Although certain medicines should not be used together at...
