Demenzil 5 mg Tablet

Composition of Demenzil 5 mg Tablet

Demenzil 5 mg Tablet contains Memantine (5mg). It belongs to the Anti-dementia / anti-parkinsonian agent class of medicines.

Uses of Demenzil 5 mg Tablet

• This medicine is used in the treatment of alzheimer's disease
• dementia and parkinson's disease.

Key benefits

• Improves memory
• function and movement
• Slows the impact of symptoms on daily life

How Demenzil 5 mg Tablet works

Memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease is due to an imbalance of chemical messengers in the brain. Demenzil 5 Tablet works by blocking the action of glutamate, a chemical messenger involved in the transmission of nerve signals.

How to take Demenzil 5 mg Tablet

Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it at exactly the times prescribed. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe confusion, abnormal movements, a very slow pulse and collapse. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Demenzil 5 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Demenzil are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• Loss of appetite
• Loose motions
• Dizziness
• Sleep disturbance
• Involuntary movements

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Demenzil 5 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Never stop a Parkinson's medicine suddenly — this can cause a severe and dangerous deterioration. Dose timing matters a great deal in Parkinson's disease. Take it at exactly the times prescribed. Report sudden daytime sleep attacks, hallucinations, or new gambling, spending or other impulsive behaviour — these are recognised effects and the dose may need review. Rise slowly from sitting or lying; a drop in blood pressure on standing is common.

Do not take Demenzil if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will assess suitability if you have heart, eye or psychiatric conditions.

Interactions with other medicines

Anti-emetics such as metoclopramide and some antipsychotics can worsen Parkinson's symptoms. High-protein meals can reduce the absorption of levodopa — ask your doctor about timing.

How to store Demenzil 5 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Demenzil 5 mg Tablet

Keep a fixed dosing schedule, with alarms if needed. Involve a family member in the routine, and take a symptom diary to appointments.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ALKEM LAB

Therapeutic class:

Neurological agent

Drug class:

Anti-dementia / anti-parkinsonian agent