Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's
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About Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's is used to treat Parkinson's disease symptoms. It plays a vital role in treating symptoms such as difficulty moving, muscle stiffness, and tremors. Parkinson's disease is a nervous system disorder that causes movement, muscle control, balance, and other similar conditions.
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's contains amantadine, which works by increasing dopamine (a chemical) level in the brain, responsible for improving body movement coordination. Thus, it effectively helps in performing daily functions more efficiently and improves the quality of life.
In some cases, Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's may cause side effects like dry mouth, constipation, balance disorder (loss of balance), blurred vision, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and peripheral oedema. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and typically resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Do not take Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's if you are allergic to any of its components, have severe liver or kidney problems, or have epilepsy. Check with your doctor if you're pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Also, do not stop Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's abruptly, as it may lead to severe side effects. Consult your doctor, and he/she might lower the dose gradually.
Uses of Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease. The detailed uses of Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's are as follows:
- Treatment of Parkinson's Disease: Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's treats symptoms of Parkinson's disease, such as movement difficulties, muscle control issues, and balance problems. It also treats 'off' episodes in people with Parkinson's disease.
- Treatment and Prevention of Influenza A: Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's prevents and treats influenza A virus infections, including respiratory infections caused by the virus, by stopping the spread of the virus in the body.
- Treatment of Drug-Induced Movement Problems: Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's is used to treat drug-induced extrapyramidal reactions, helping to alleviate movement-related symptoms.
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Directions for Use
- Take Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's with or without food as advised by your doctor.
- It is advised to take Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's once a day at bedtime; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration.
- Swallow Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, chew, or break it.
Key Benefits
- Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's contains amantadine (dopamine agonist), which is an anti-Parkinson's drug.
- It helps treat Parkinson's disease by increasing dopamine (a chemical) level in the brain, responsible for improving body movement coordination.
- Thus, it effectively helps in performing daily functions in a better way and improving quality of life.
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Drug Warnings
- Do not take Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's if you are allergic to amantadine or any of its ingredients.
- Inform your doctor about all other OTC medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or are planning to take.
- If you have kidney or liver disease, mental illness, glaucoma, epilepsy, a sleep disorder, eczema, urinary tract infections, heart failure, hypotension (low blood pressure), or if you drink or have ever consumed large amounts of alcohol, Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's should be taken with caution and only if a doctor prescribes it to you.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's, as a dose adjustment may be required if the benefits outweigh the risks.
- Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position, especially when you start taking Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's so please get up gradually.
- Also, do not take any live vaccination for at least 48 hours after the last dose of Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's.
- Avoid dairy products as it may cause disease progression, and take some calcium supplements to avoid their deficiency.
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing foods in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
- Include turmeric or yellow mustard in your diet to avoid constipation caused by Parkinson’s disease, and increase the intake of fluids to stay hydrated.
- Caffeine can help slow down the progression of the disease.
- Take enough vitamin D and fresh air, as they are known to improve the symptoms of Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
Intake of alcohol with Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's may damage your liver. Therefore, you are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It is not known whether Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's will affect pregnant women or fetus. Therefore, Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's is given to pregnant women only if doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's is excreted in human milk. But the amount of Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's absorbed by the nursing infant is unknown. So, it should not be taken while breastfeeding.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's is unsafe, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may have to adjust the dose if there are symptoms of nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dark-colored urine, or yellowing of skin/eye.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's can be given to children but under medical supervision. Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's is prescribed to the children to treat complicated urinary tract infections, anthrax infection, or plague infection.
Heart
Exercise caution while taking Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's, if you have any heart problems. Please consult your physician.
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's is safe for use in elderly patients if recommended by the doctor.
FAQs
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's is used to treat Parkinson's disease symptoms. It plays a vital role in treating symptoms such as difficulty moving, muscle stiffness, and tremors.
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's works by increasing dopamine (a chemical) level in the brain, responsible for improving body movement coordination. Thus, it effectively helps in performing daily functions in a better way and improving quality of life.
No, Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
No, Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's should not be taken if you have epilepsy as it might increase your chances of seizures. Please consults your doctor before starting Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's.
You should inform your doctor, and he might stop the use of Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's before the surgery.
Do not stop taking Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's, you may experience confusion, fever, mental state changes, or severe muscle stiffness. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually depending upon your disease condition.
Amantadine is a dopamine agonist used to treat Parkinson's disease and its symptoms, including dyskinesia (sudden uncontrolled movements).
Amantadine may cause constipation as a common side effect. Usually, it is temporary, does not require medical attention, and gradually resolves over time. However, if this persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Yes, in some cases, Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's has been used for neuropathic pain.
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's contains Amantadine as an active ingredient.
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's may cause some people to become dizzy, drowsy, or lightheaded, leading to tiredness or fatigue.
If you suddenly stop taking Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's, you may experience confusion, fever, mental state changes, or severe muscle stiffness. Depending on your disease condition, your doctor will decrease your dose gradually, if necessary.
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's is not a dopamine agonist. It may inhibit the reuptake of dopamine and increase the synthesis and release of dopamine.
Individual needs may vary from person to person, so it should be used as directed by the physician.
Yes, Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's can be taken with or without food.
In rare cases, Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's may cause anxiety and feeling overexcited. If you experience any of these symptoms or if they persist, please consult the doctor.
Overdose symptoms may include confusion, agitation, behaviour changes, hallucinations, severe headache or pounding in your ears, muscle stiffness, problems with balance or walking, trouble breathing, Tachycardia (fast heartbeats) and seizures.
Limited research is available. Consult your doctor if you have any questions or concerns regarding this.
With continued Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's use, decreased weight and body mass index may occur. Seek medical attention if you observe any significant or sudden changes.
Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's may cause side effects like dry mouth, constipation, balance disorder (loss of balance), blurred vision, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and peripheral oedema. Most of these side effects of Amantakas 100 Capsule 10's are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.
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