Atmen 10mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Atral Cyrus Lifesciences
Active Ingredient	Memantine (10mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Amantadine Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
Action Class	NMDA inhibitors- Alzheimer's disease
User Rating	4.4
User Reviews	502

FAQ

Does Atmen 10mg have abuse potential?

No, Atmen 10mg does not have abuse potential. On the contrary, it may prevent excess use of addictive drugs such as morphine or ethanol.

Does Atmen 10mg have any interaction with cardiac medicines?

Yes, Atmen 10mg may interfere with the working of hydrochlorothiazide (HCT). It decreases the levels of HCT which will reduce the effectiveness of HCT. Also, procainamide and quinidine may increase levels of Atmen 10mg which may cause increased toxicity.

What is dementia?

Dementia is a syndrome in which there is deterioration in memory, thinking, behavior, and the ability to perform everyday activities. Dementia is one of the major causes of disability and dependency among older people worldwide. Alzheimer disease is the most common form of dementia which contributes to around 60 to 70% of cases.

Does Atmen 10mg make you sleepy?

Yes, Atmen 10mg may make you sleepy. Atmen 10mg has minor to moderate influence on the ability to drive and usage of machines. In such cases, outpatients should be warned to take special care.

What medicines should I avoid while taking Atmen 10mg?

Atmen 10mg can interact with several medicines. Taking other medicines along with Atmen 10mg can either make Atmen 10mg less effective or increase its side effect. Do not take any medicine without talking to your doctor.

Can Atmen 10mg be combined with donepezil?

Yes, Atmen 10mg can be combined with donepezil, as there will be no increased adverse effects. However, this combination will not cure Alzheimer's, but it can only improve thinking ability, short term memory, and other related symptoms.

When and how Atmen 10mg should be taken?

Atmen 10mg should be taken orally once a day. To benefit from your medicine you should take it regularly every day at the same time of the day. The tablets should be swallowed with some water. The tablets can be taken with or without food.

Can I stop taking Atmen 10mg if I feel better?

No, keep using Atmen 10mg as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Atmen 10mg can bring back your symptoms of dementia.

What are the symptoms of overdosage of Atmen 10mg?

The symptoms which can be observed due to an overdose of Atmen 10mg include tiredness, weakness, drowsiness, confusion, hallucinations, and/or vomiting. Some may also experience diarrhea, vertigo, agitation, aggression, and walking difficulty.

How does Atmen 10mg affect a person with dementia?

Atmen 10mg belongs to a class of medications called N-methyl-D- aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonists. It works by decreasing abnormal activity in the brain. Atmen 10mg may improve the ability to think and remember. It may also reduce the deterioration of these abilities in people who have Alzheimer's disease. However, with time the effectiveness of this medicine will reduce and it may not be able to cure Alzheimer's disease or prevent the loss of these abilities.

Can I just stop taking Atmen 10mg?

No, Atmen 10mg should not be stopped even if you feel well. This medicine only helps to control the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease but does not cure it. If you need to stop the medication then doctor should be consulted first.

How long does it take for Atmen 10mg to start working?

For Atmen 10mg to start working and show its full benefits, it may require between 3 and 8 hours. The doctor may require a follow-up clinical assessment to check the progress after 4 weeks and then 6 months after the first assessment.

What if you forget to take Atmen Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Atmen 10mg, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Atmen 10mg Tablet Reviews

Atmen 10mg is a medicine used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. It helps to slow down the progression of moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease by improving memory and thinking. This medicine works by blocking a chemical messenger involved in the transmission of nerve signals.

Atmen 10mg maybe taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. If you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and 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.

The most common side effects of this medicine are dizziness, headache, confusion, and constipation. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you have a history of seizures, kidney disease, heart disease, or liver disease. Let your doctor also know if you are taking any other medicines for any medical conditions. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking this medicine.

How Atmen 10mg Tablet Works

Atmen 10mg is an N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist. Memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease is due to excessive production of glutamate (chemical messenger) in the brain which is mediated by NMDA receptors. Atmen 10mg works by preventing the action of NMDA receptors and regulates the production of glutamate. involved in the transmission of nerve signals. This is how it prevents memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease.

How to Use Atmen 10mg 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. Atmen 10mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Atmen 10mg Tablet

In Alzheimer's disease: Atmen 10mg improves learning, memory and information processing (cognitive function) in people with moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. These problems in memory and thinking may start interfering with daily activities and worsen your condition. This medicine will help in managing Alzheimer’s disease effectively. It will make it easier for you to carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life. Do not stop taking it unless advised by the doctor. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep using the medicine even if you do not think it is working.

Uses of Atmen 10mg Tablet

Alzheimer's disease

Atmen 10mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Liver ^CAUTION

Atmen 10mg should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Atmen 10mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Limited information is available on the use of Atmen 10mg in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Atmen 10mg. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Atmen 10mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Atmen 10mg should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Atmen 10mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Atmen 10mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Atmen 10mg is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Quick Tips

Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures, kidney disease, heart disease, or liver disease.
You have been prescribed Atmen 10mg to treat dementia (memory loss) in patients with Alzheimer's disease.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
It is well tolerated and has lesser side effects as compared to other similar medicines.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration until you know how Atmen 10mg affects you.

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