Parkitidin Tablet

Introduction

Parkitidin Tablet 10s is a medicine that contains Amantadine which is used for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. Its mechanism of action involves increasing dopamine levels in the brain, thereby regulating body movements and assisting in the control of motor functions.

In addition to its role in Parkinson's disease, Amantadine exhibits antiviral properties, actively combating viruses within the body This dual action makes Amantadine a versatile medication that addresses movement-related issues by modulating dopamine while contributing to the overall defense against viral infections, providing a comprehensive approach to health management.

Follow your doctor's guidance for this medication, taking it in the prescribed dose and duration, While it can be taken with food, maintaining a consistent daily schedule is recommended for better results. The drug should be swallowed whole, and chewing, crushing, or breaking it should be avoided.

Special Instructions:

Amantadine may lead to heatstroke, so it is essential to prevent overheating, especially in hot conditions Disclose any seizure disorders or kidney problems to your doctor Be cautious during mentally demanding activities, and report any unusual side effects promptly Gradually taper off the medication under medical guidance to avoid withdrawal symptoms Inform your healthcare provider of all medications taken concurrently.

Common Side Effects:

Users may experience dryness in the mouth, constipation, dizziness, blurred vision, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), hallucination, peripheral edema, and balance disorder (loss of balance). If these symptoms persist or worsen, consulting a healthcare professional is advisable.

What If Missed Dose:

If a dose is missed, take it as soon as remembered. If it's almost time for the next dose, skipping the missed dose is recommended.

How it works

Amantadine functions by increasing dopamine levels in the brain, regulating body movements and assisting in the control of motor functions. Additionally, it exhibits antiviral properties, actively combatting viruses within the body. This dual action makes Amantadine a medication that not only addresses movement-related issues by modulating dopamine but also contributes to the overall defense against viral infections, providing a comprehensive approach to health management.

How to take

["Follow your doctor''''s guidance for this medicine, taking it in the prescribed dose and duration\r","You can take this medicine with food, but maintaining a consistent time daily is recommended for better results\r","Swallow the drug whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it"]

Adverse drug effect

--Nervousness, anxiety, agitation, insomnia, difficulty in concentrating, anorexia, dry mouth, constipation, nausea, orthostatic hypotension, hallucinations, psychosis, delirium, aggressive behavior, hyperkinesia, abnormal movements (e.g., tremor, myoclonus), hypertension, heart failure, tachycardia, palpitations, urinary retention, dyspnea, blurred vision, glaucoma, rash, sweating, fever, angioedema, leukopenia, hemolytic anemia, increased liver enzymes, hepatitis, weight gain or loss.

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