SKU	649
Generic For	Namenda
Strength	10 mg
Active Ingredient	Memantine
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Product Description

Admenta 10mg (Memantine) – Affordable Namenda Alternative

Admenta 10 mg tablets contain Memantine hydrochloride, which is the first drug in a novel class of Alzheimer's disease medicines acting on the glutamatergic system by blocking noncompetitive N-methyl-D-aspartic acid (NMDA) receptors. It acts as a fast, open channel, voltage-dependent NMDA receptor blocker. Admenta is a cognitive enhancer and anxiolytic in vivo. Admenta is a prescription medicine for the treatment of moderate to severe dementia in people with Alzheimer's disease.

What is Admenta used for?

Admenta 10 mg tablets are intended to treat symptoms in people with moderate to advanced Alzheimer's disease. The drug is not a cure for Alzheimer's disease as it does not make a difference to the deterioration in the organs and tissues.

How does Admenta work?

Admenta 10 mg contains Memantine hydrochloride, an FDA-approved drug for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease belongs to a group of drugs called NMDA receptor antagonists. Memantine works by interacting with the NMDA receptors. It blocks them and prevents glutamate from interacting with them, thereby reducing the toxicity of excess glutamate. The outcome is a normalization of the transference of nerve messages between neurons, and a slowing in the decline of cognition, and memory in Alzheimer’s disease.

The medicine may take as long as twelve weeks to begin working and the length and type of response, as well as the time it takes for a patient to respond to this medicine, will vary from person to person.

Precautions

What medications interact with Admenta?

Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

Taking Admenta tablets with certain other medicines may produce certain adverse reactions. Taking these tablets with other medicines can cause serious side effects.

Especially tell your doctor if you take:

• Dextromethorphan

• Cimetidine

• Quinidine

• Nicotine

• Sodium bicarbonate

• Ranitidine

• Rimantadine

• Quinine

• Hydrochlorothiazide

• Dantrolene

• Neuroleptics

• Acetazolamide

• Procainamide

• Oral anticoagulants

• Dantrolene

• Barbiturates

• Baclofen

• Anticholinergics

• Anticonvulsants

• Dopaminergic agonists

• Ketamine

Ask your doctor for a complete list of these drugs, if you are not sure.

Know the medicines you take. Always keep a list of them to show your doctor when you get a new medicine.

When should Admenta not be used?

You should not take Admenta if you are hypersensitive to Memantine hydrochloride or to any of the other ingredients of Admenta 10 mg.

Dosage Instructions

Side Effects

What are the side effects of Admenta?

Along with its beneficial effects, Admenta may cause some undesirable side effects. These may include fatigue, sleepiness, hypertension, dizziness, vomiting, constipation, sleeping problems, hallucinations, headache, anxiety, and confusion, etc.

If you develop any other adverse effects while consuming this medicine, consult the doctor. If you suffer from seizures, there is a slightly possibility that the medicine may increase the chances of one occurring. Also, as this medicine may cause dizziness or sleepiness, do not drive or use machines under these conditions.

How to Use

How should Admenta be taken?

Admenta 10 mg tablets should be administered orally once a day. To benefit from your medications, you should consume it regularly every day at the same time.

The Admenta tablets should be swallowed with some water. It may be taken with or without food.

Stop taking the tablets and call your doctor immediately if you experience any severe allergic reaction.

Do not use any tablets of Memantine that are damaged or show signs of tampering.

Seek medical attention immediately, if you have taken an extra dose of the drug. An accidental overdose of the drug may cause the following side effects:

Drowsiness
Fainting
Lightheadedness
Restlessness
Hallucinations
Change in the behaviour

How long should you take Admenta?

Admenta is not a cure for Alzheimer's disease as it does not affect the underlying degenerative process of the problem. Therefore, you need to keep taking the medicine for the rest of your life as per your doctor’s prescription.

Missed dose of Admenta?

If you have forgotten a dose, take it as soon you remember and go back to your usual dosing schedule. If the time to take the next dose is near, leave the forgotten dose and take the next dose. Do not double up the dose to compensate the missed one.

How should Admenta be stored?

Store the Admenta 10 mg tablets at room temperature between 20° to 25°.

Keep these tablets out of the reach of children.

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FAQ

What is Admenta 10mg used for?

Admenta 10mg contains memantine, a medicine used to treat the symptoms of moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. It helps manage problems with memory, thinking, behaviour, and the ability to carry out everyday tasks. Memantine works differently from other Alzheimer's medicines like donepezil — it targets a different part of the brain. It is usually prescribed when the disease has progressed beyond the mild stage or when other treatments are no longer sufficient on their own.

How does memantine work differently from other Alzheimer's medicines?

Most other Alzheimer's medicines (like donepezil) work by preserving a brain chemical called acetylcholine. Memantine works in a completely different way — it blocks a type of brain cell receptor called an NMDA receptor. In Alzheimer's disease, these receptors become overstimulated, which can damage brain cells. By blocking this overstimulation, memantine protects brain cells from further damage and can improve how they communicate. This is why memantine and donepezil are often prescribed together — they work on different parts of the problem.

How should Admenta 10mg be taken?

Memantine treatment is usually started at a low dose and gradually increased to reduce the risk of side effects. A typical schedule is: 5mg once daily in week 1, increasing by 5mg per week over 3–4 weeks until reaching the target dose of 10mg twice daily (total 20mg per day). Admenta 10mg tablets are taken twice a day — morning and evening — with or without food. Your doctor will guide you through the dose increase schedule. Do not increase the dose faster than advised.

How long does memantine take to show benefits?

Like most Alzheimer's medicines, the benefits of memantine are gradual and may take 4–12 weeks of treatment to become noticeable. For some people, the improvement shows as better ability to manage daily activities, improved communication, or reduced agitation and restlessness rather than dramatically better memory. Family members and carers often notice positive changes before the patient themselves. Regular specialist reviews help assess whether the medicine is providing worthwhile benefit over time.

Can memantine be taken together with donepezil?

Yes — using memantine and donepezil together is a well-established and effective treatment strategy for moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. The two medicines work on different parts of the brain and complement each other. Clinical studies have shown the combination provides better symptom control than either medicine alone in more advanced stages of the disease. Your specialist may prescribe them as separate tablets or as a single combination tablet for convenience.

Is Admenta 10mg safe for people with kidney problems?

Memantine is removed from the body mainly through the kidneys. In people with mild to moderate kidney disease, the standard dose is usually fine. However, in people with severe kidney problems, memantine can build up in the body and cause side effects. Your doctor will check your kidney function before prescribing memantine and may recommend a lower dose if your kidneys are not working well. Regular kidney function tests are advisable for anyone on long-term memantine treatment.

How does memantine compare to donepezil for moderate Alzheimer's?

Donepezil (or similar medicines like rivastigmine) are typically the first medicines prescribed for Alzheimer's disease. Memantine is usually added or used instead of these when the disease progresses to moderate-to-severe stages, or when the person cannot tolerate cholinesterase inhibitors. For moderate Alzheimer's, both types of medicine can be beneficial but work differently — memantine protects brain cells from overstimulation while donepezil boosts the brain chemical acetylcholine. Together, they provide broader coverage.

Can memantine help with behavioural symptoms of Alzheimer's?

Yes — one of memantine's notable benefits is that it can help manage the difficult behavioural and psychological symptoms of Alzheimer's, including agitation, aggression, and restlessness. These symptoms are often very challenging for carers and family members. Memantine's protective effect on brain cells seems to reduce the excitability that underlies some of these behaviours. This can significantly improve quality of life for both the person with Alzheimer's and those caring for them.

What are the side effects of memantine?

Memantine is generally well tolerated. The most commonly reported side effects include dizziness, headache, constipation, and drowsiness. Some people experience increased confusion or agitation when first starting the medicine — usually as the body adjusts. Less common effects include high blood pressure and shortness of breath. Serious side effects are rare. If the person taking memantine develops severe confusion, hallucinations, or falls frequently, contact the doctor promptly for a review.

Who should not take memantine?

Memantine should be used with caution or avoided in people with severe kidney disease, epilepsy (seizure disorder), or a history of seizures. People who are hypersensitive to memantine or any component of the tablet should not take it. It can interact with certain medicines, including some medicines for Parkinson's disease (like amantadine and selegiline) and some bladder medicines. Always give your doctor and pharmacist a complete list of all medicines and supplements before starting memantine.

Can I buy Admenta 10mg online from PremiumRxDrugs?

Yes, Admenta 10mg (memantine) is available at PremiumRxDrugs.com. PremiumRxDrugs is a licensed pharmacy with over 10 years of experience, providing genuine manufacturer-sourced Alzheimer's medicines to customers worldwide. We understand the importance of consistent supply for people managing long-term neurological conditions. Enjoy discreet packaging, worldwide shipping, and free shipping on qualifying orders, helping families access reliable dementia treatment conveniently and affordably.

Should memantine be stopped if a person with Alzheimer's becomes very unwell?

If the person with Alzheimer's becomes seriously unwell for an unrelated reason — such as a chest infection, urinary infection, or hospital admission — do not automatically stop memantine. Sudden stopping can cause rapid worsening of cognitive symptoms. If they cannot swallow tablets, seek medical advice on whether memantine can be temporarily continued in an alternative form or whether a short break is needed. Always discuss with the doctor before making any changes to dementia medicines during periods of illness.

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