Namenda 10mg Tablets (Generic Equivalent)

Namenda reduces the actions of chemicals in the brain that may contribute to the symptoms of Alzheimer`s disease. Namenda is used to treat moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer`s type. Namenda may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

The health and medical information provided here is for general purposes only and is not a substitute for the expertise and judgment of your physician, or other health care professional. It should not be understood to indicate that the use of this medicine is safe, appropriate or effective for you. Always consult your health care professional before using this, or any other, drug.

Do not use Namenda if you are allergic to memantine.

Before using Namenda, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

epilepsy or other seizure disorder;

cataracts;

liver disease;

kidney disease; or

a bladder or kidney infection.

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take Namenda.

FDA pregnancy category B. Namenda is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether Namenda passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use Namenda without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using Namenda and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

cough, chest tightness, fever, trouble breathing;

chest pain, fast heart rate;

confusion, hallucinations;

sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body;

lack of coordination;

fainting or seizure (convulsions);

urinating less than usual or not at all;

pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness; or

increased blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, trouble concentrating, chest pain, numbness, seizure).

Less serious side effects may include:

nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, loss of appetite;

dizziness, tired feeling;

weight loss;

swelling in your hands or feet;

fast heart rate;

easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness;

joint pain;

anxiety, aggression;

skin rash;

redness or swelling of or around your eyes; or

urinating more than usual.

Take Namenda exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from Namenda.

Take this medicine with a full glass of water.

Namenda can be taken with or without food.

The liquid (oral solution) form of this medication comes with patient instructions for safe and effective use. Follow these directions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Do not mix the oral solution with any other liquids.

Rinse the empty oral syringe with clean water and allow it to air dry after every use.

Namenda XR capsules can be taken intact or may be opened, sprinkled on applesauce, and then swallowed. The entire contents of each Namenda XR capsule should be consumed.

Except when opened and sprinkled on applesauce, as described above, Namenda XR should be swallowed whole. Namenda XR capsules should not be divided, chewed, or crushed.

It is important to use Namenda regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

To be sure this medication is helping your condition, and is not causing harmful effects, doctor will need to check your progress on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.

Store Namenda at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the liquid medicine bottle tightly closed with the cap provided. Do not store the bottle with the oral syringe in it.