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Senex 10 mg Tablet 15's, Pack of 15 TABLETS
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Composition :

MEMANTINE-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alteus Biogenics Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Senex 10 mg Tablet

Senex 10 mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anti-dementia agents used to treat moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's disease is a neurological disorder that causes dementia (memory loss) and slowly destroys the ability to think, learn, communicate, and handle daily activities.

Senex 10 mg Tablet contains 'Memantine', which is an NMDA receptor antagonist. It acts on the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptors involved in transmitting nerve signals that play an essential role in memory. Senex 10 mg Tablet decreases the brain's abnormal activity and may improve the ability to think and remember or might slow the loss of these abilities in people with Alzheimer's disease.

Take Senex 10 mg Tablet with or without food. You are advised to take Senex 10 mg Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as headache, sleepiness, dizziness, diarrhoea, constipation, balance disorders, and high blood pressure. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience any of these side effects persistently.

Please do not stop taking Senex 10 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Senex 10 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Senex 10 mg Tablet causes dizziness and sleepiness and may affect reactivity. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Senex 10 mg Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness. Senex 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Senex 10 mg Tablet

Treatment of Alzheimer's disease

Directions for Use

• Take Senex 10 mg Tablet with or without food or as advised by a doctor.• Recommended to take the medicine once or twice a day or as advised by your doctor.• Swallow the medicine as a whole with glass of water.• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Senex 10 mg Tablet belongs to a group of anti-dementia agents called NMDA receptor antagonists. Senex 10 mg Tablet is used to treat moderate to severe dementia (memory loss) of Alzheimer's disease. Senex 10 mg Tablet acts on the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptors involved in transmitting nerve signals, which play an important role in memory. Senex 10 mg Tablet works by decreasing the brain's abnormal activity and may improve the ability to think and remember or might slow the loss of these abilities in people with Alzheimer's disease.

How Senex 10 mg Tablet Works

Senex 10 mg Tablet contains 'Memantine', which is an NMDA receptor antagonist. It acts on the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptors involved in transmitting nerve signals that play an essential role in memory. Senex 10 mg Tablet decreases the brain's abnormal activity and may improve the ability to think and remember or might slow the loss of these abilities in people with Alzheimer's disease.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Senex 10 mg Tablet
  • Confusion is a major psychotic disorder that needs immediate medical attention.
  • Acknowledge your experience and put effort to control confusion.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake as it can worsen the condition and increase your confusion.
  • Practice meditation and yoga to avoid anxiety, which can be one of the leading causes.
  • Talk to your dietician and consume food that can improve your mental health.
Managing Low Blood Pressure Triggered by Medication: Expert Advice:
  • If you experience low blood pressure symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting while taking medication, seek immediate medical attention.
  • Make lifestyle modifications and adjust your medication regimen under medical guidance to manage low blood pressure.
  • As your doctor advises, regularly check your blood pressure at home. Record your readings to detect any changes and share them with your doctor.
  • Fluid intake plays a vital role in managing blood pressure by maintaining blood volume, regulating blood pressure, and supporting blood vessel function. Drinking enough fluids helps prevent dehydration, maintain electrolyte balance, and regulate fluid balance.
  • Take regular breaks to sit or lie down if you need to stand for long periods.
  • When lying down, elevate your head with extra pillows to help improve blood flow.
  • Avoid heavy exercise or strenuous activities that can worsen low blood pressure.
  • Wear compression socks as your doctor advises to enhance blood flow, reduce oedema, and control blood pressure.
  • If symptoms persist or worsen, or if you have concerns about your condition, seek medical attention for personalized guidance and care.
  • Exercising regularly helps lower the risk of heart problems.
  • Maintain a healthy diet, including vegetables and fruits.
  • Rest well; get enough sleep.
  • Manage stress with yoga and meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and smoking.
Managing Medication-Triggered Thrombophlebitis (Inflammation of a vein): A Step-by-Step Guide:
  • If you have symptoms such as pain, swelling, redness, or warmth in your veins after taking medication, contact your doctor right once. Share information about your symptoms, medication regimen, and medical history.
  • Your doctor will then assess your medication regimen to determine if it's contributing to the thrombophlebitis. This assessment will help identify the best course of action to manage your condition and prevent further complications.
  • Your doctor may suggest certain diet and lifestyle changes to help manage your condition. This may include increasing your intake of foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, staying hydrated, exercising regularly, and maintaining a healthy weight. Your doctor may also advise medications to reduce inflammation, prevent blood clots, or manage pain if necessary.
  • If your condition does not improve or persists, consult your doctor and report your condition. Your doctor will assess your progress, adjust your treatment plan if necessary, and provide appropriate advice to ensure the best possible outcome.
  • Cardiac arrest can be prevented by making lifestyle changes such as:
  • Eat a nutrient-rich balanced diet.
  • Limit foods high in fat, sugar, sodium, and processed meats.
  • Exercise for 30-60 minutes daily.
  • Maintain a healthy weight.
  • Manage stress with relaxation techniques.
  • Quit smoking and tobacco use.
  • Limit alcohol consumption.
  • Get regular heart health checkups and screenings.
  • Consider an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) if recommended by your healthcare provider.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.
Here are the steps to cope with constipation as a side effect of medication:
  • Inform your doctor about your constipation symptoms. They may adjust your medication or advise alternative treatments.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking sufficient of water (at least 8-10 glasses a day) to help soften stool and promote bowel movements.
  • Increase fibre intake by eating foods high in fibre, such as fruits, whole grains, vegetables and legumes, to help bulk up the stool.
  • Establish a bowel routine by trying to go to the bathroom at the same time each day to train your bowels.
  • Engaging in regular exercise, like walking or yoga, can support in bowel movement stimulation.
  • Consult your doctor if constipation persists, and discuss alternative treatments or adjustments to your medication.

What if I have taken an overdose of Senex 10 mg Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Senex 10 mg Tablet as it may cause overdose. The signs and symptoms of overdose include confusion, agitation, weakness, visual hallucinations, vertigo, coma, slowed movement, excess sleepiness, dizziness, lethargy (lack of energy), loss of consciousness, increased blood pressure, ECG changes, slow heart rate, psychosis, restlessness, stupor, unsteady gait (unstable pattern of walking), and vomiting. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Senex 10 mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have/had epilepsy (fits), heart attack, congestive heart failure, or uncontrolled high blood pressure. Talk to your doctor if you change your diet from normal to strict vegetarian or if you are having any kidney problems or urinary tract infections. Avoid taking amantadine (used to treat Parkinson's disease), ketamine (anesthetic), dextromethorphan (used to treat cough), and other NMDA-antagonists at the same time. Consult your doctor before taking Senex 10 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Senex 10 mg Tablet causes dizziness, sleepiness, and may affect reactivity. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Senex 10 mg Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness. Senex 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain proper weight by following a healthy diet.
  • Exercise regularly as it helps in less cognitive decline and brain volume loss.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Try to avoid stress by practicing meditation or yoga.
  • Include fruits and vegetables in your diet as they contain anti-oxidants.
  • Eat nutritious food as it helps in cognitive stimulation.
  • Limit foods with high cholesterol and saturated fats.
  • Cut down on sugar, salt, and processed foods.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Follow a healthy lifestyle as it helps in improving overall health and possibly protects the brain.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- ALZHEIMER'S AGENTS

Senex 10 mg Tablet Substitute

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Senex 10 mg Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Senex 10 mg Tablet belongs to pregnancy category B. Caution should be exercised; it is advisable to consult a doctor before using Senex 10 mg Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not recommended to breastfeed while taking Senex 10 mg Tablet . Consult your doctor before taking Senex 10 mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Senex 10 mg Tablet causes dizziness, sleepiness and might change your reactivity. Do not drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Senex 10 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe hepatic impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with severe kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Senex 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Have a query?

FAQs

Senex 10 mg Tablet is used to treat moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease, a neurological disorder that causes dementia (memory loss) and slowly destroys the ability to think, learn, communicate, and handle daily activities.

Senex 10 mg Tablet acts on the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptors involved in the transmission of nerve signals which play an important role in learning and memory. Senex 10 mg Tablet decreases the brain's abnormal activity and may improve the ability to think and remember or might slow the loss of these abilities in people with Alzheimer's disease.

Senex 10 mg Tablet is used to treat dementia associated with Alzheimer's disease. Dementia (memory loss) is the loss of cognitive functioning, such as remembering, thinking, and reasoning.

Senex 10 mg Tablet does not cure Alzheimer's disease. Senex 10 mg Tablet improves the ability to think and remember or slow the loss of these abilities in people with Alzheimer's disease. Research is still in progress for the cure of Alzheimer's disease.

Do not discontinue Senex 10 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually continue taking Senex 10 mg Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Senex 10 mg Tablet .

Diarrhoea could be a side-effect of Senex 10 mg Tablet . Drink plenty of fluids and eat fibre rich food if you experience diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you experience excessive diarrhoea or if you find blood in stools.

Senex 10 mg Tablet may cause high blood pressure. Regular monitoring of blood pressure levels is advised while taking Senex 10 mg Tablet . Consult your doctor if you experience any fluctuations.

Senex 10 mg Tablet does not have the potential for abuse. It is not a habit-forming drug.

Take Senex 10 mg Tablet as advised by the doctor. To help you remember to take Senex 10 mg Tablet , take it at around the same time daily. Senex 10 mg Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Senex 10 mg Tablet starts working in 3-8 hours. However, it can take up to 3 months to notice full benefits.

The signs and symptoms of overdose include confusion, agitation, weakness, visual hallucinations, vertigo, coma, slowed movement, excess sleepiness, dizziness, lethargy (lack of energy), loss of consciousness, increased blood pressure, ECG changes, slow heart rate, psychosis, restlessness, stupor, unsteady gait (unstable pattern of walking), and vomiting. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Senex 10 mg Tablet decreases the brain's abnormal activity and may improve the ability to think and remember.

Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning, such as remembering, thinking, and reasoning. The causes of this disease are abnormal functioning of brain cells, which leads to a disturbance in communication between them.

Do not discontinue Senex 10 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectively, keep taking Senex 10 mg Tablet for the prescribed duration.

Senex 10 mg Tablet causes sleepiness as a side effect. Therefore, avoid driving or operating machinery.

Senex 10 mg Tablet can be combined with donepezil if prescribed by the doctor.

Consult the doctor if you are taking antiparkinson's (amantadine), anaesthetic (ketamine), anti-tussive (dextromethorphan), skeletal muscle relaxant (dantrolene, baclofen), antacid (cimetidine, ranitidine), anti-arrhythmic (procainamide, quinidine), anti-malarial (quinine), an alkaloid (nicotine), diuretic (hydrochlorothiazide), dopaminergic agonist (levodopa, bromocriptine), anti-psychotic (quetiapine), anticonvulsants (used to treat fits), barbiturates (used to induce sleep), neuroleptics (used to treat mental disorders), and oral anticoagulants.

Senex 10 mg Tablet may have interaction with cardiac medicines like anti-arrhythmic (procainamide, quinidine), and diuretic (hydrochlorothiazide). Consult the doctor before taking these medicines with Senex 10 mg Tablet .

Senex 10 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food.

Senex 10 mg Tablet may cause common side effects such as headache, sleepiness, dizziness, diarrhoea, constipation, balance disorders, and high blood pressure. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience any of these side effects persistently.

Pregnant women should take Senex 10 mg Tablet only if prescribed by the doctor. It is advisable to consult a doctor before using Senex 10 mg Tablet if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

Breastfeeding is not recommended while taking Senex 10 mg Tablet . Consult your doctor before taking Senex 10 mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

Senex 10 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney or liver disease and only if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult the doctor if you have liver or kidney problems.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Alteus Biogenics Pvt. Ltd., 14-B Dover Lane, Kolkata - 700029, Wb, India.
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Last Updated

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  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2010/022525s000lbl.pdf
  3. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a604006.html#:~:text=Memantine%20is%20in%20a%20class,in%20people%20who%20have%20AD.
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