Reminyl - Galantamine - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Reminyl.
• Reminyl
• ga-LAN-tuh-meen

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and restart your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double your dose to catch up.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat Alzheimer's disease.
• Use of galantamine for any illnesses occurring in children is not recommended.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include muscle weakness or twitching; severe nausea; severe stomach cramping; slow or shallow breathing; severe dizziness; slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat; fainting; loss of consciousness; and convulsions.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially.

Read Before Using Reminyl (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Reminyl Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication by mouth, usually twice daily with food (at the morning and evening meals), or as directed.
• Drink plenty of fluids with this medication unless instructed otherwise.
• Your dose will be adjusted over time (titrated) until the right amount of medicine is determined.
• Use this medication exactly as prescribed to minimize the occurrence of side effects.
• Do not stop taking it or increase the dose unless instructed to do so by your doctor.
• If you are using the liquid form of this drug, read the manufacturer's instruction sheet that comes with the bottle.
• Follow the directions exactly.
• If you have not taken the drug for several days, contact your doctor to re-establish your dosing schedule.
• To minimize side effects, you will be restarted at the lowest dose.
• The dosage will then gradually be increased.
• It may take at least four weeks of continued use before full benefit of this drug takes effect.
• The recommended maximum total daily dose is 24 mg.

Reminyl Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) and away from light and moisture.
• Do not store in bathroom.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, decreased appetite or weight loss may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur.