Amantide Capsule is used alone, or with other medicines to treat Parkinson’s disease. It can also be used to treat movement side effects caused by certain drugs (drug-induced movement disorder). Amantide Capsule may be taken with or without food. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor. This medicine may put you at a higher risk of having seizures, so it is better to talk to your doctor if you have any history of seizures or taking medication for it. Some common side effects of Amantide Capsule include nausea, dryness in the mouth, constipation, blurred vision, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), hallucinations, peripheral edema and balance disorder (loss of balance). It may initially cause dizziness and lowering of blood pressure while standing, so rise slowly and do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

• Dryness in mouth
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Blurred vision
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Hallucination
• Peripheral edema
• Balance disorder (loss of balance)
• Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)

If you miss a dose of Amantide Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Q. Does Amantide Capsule cause constipation??
  Ans: Yes, constipation is a common side effect of Amantide Capsule, though it does not occur in everyone. Consult your doctor or a dietician if constipation persists and is troublesome.
• Q. Q. Is Amantide Capsule used for pain??
  Ans: Though it is not an approved use, Amantide Capsule has been shown to be effective in relieving pain related to nerve disorder. Amantide Capsule is a prescription medicine, and you should take it for relief of pain only if advised by the doctor.
• Q. Q. Does Amantide Capsule cause fatigue??
  Ans: Yes, Amantide Capsule causes fatigue and sleepiness which may affect some patients’ ability to drive and operate machinery safely.
• Q. Q. What happens when I stop taking Amantide Capsule??
  Ans: Do not stop taking this medicine or lower the dose without first checking with your doctor. If required, your doctor will gradually reduce the amount you take each day before stopping it completely. Abruptly stopping Amantide Capsule may result in worsening of Parkinsonism. It may also cause delirium, agitation, delusions, hallucinations, paranoid reaction, stupor, anxiety, depression, or slurred speech.
• Q. Q. Is Amantide Capsule a dopamine agonist??
  Ans: Yes, Amantide Capsule is a dopamine agonist. Dopamine is needed to control movements in the brain. Amantide Capsule works by increasing the amount of dopamine, thereby helping in controlling the movements in Parkinson’s disease.
• Q. Q. Can I take Amantide Capsule any time during the day? Should the dose be taken before meal??
  Ans: Yes, Amantide Capsule can be taken at any time during the day, with or without food. Try to take the medicine at about the same time each day, as directed by your doctor. Taking your medicine at the same time each day will have the best effect. It will also help you to remember when to take your medicine.
• Q. Q. Can Amantide Capsule get you high??
  Ans: The use of Amantide Capsule may cause impulse control disorders in which you may have strong urges to gamble, increased sexual urges, intense urges to spend money, binge eating, and other intense urges. Additionally, there is the inability to control these urges. If such symptoms are experienced then dose reduction or tapered discontinuation should be considered.
• Q. Q. Does Amantide Capsule affect fertility??
  Ans: No, Amantide Capsule is not known to affect fertility in humans.
• Q. Q. Can Amantide Capsule cause weight loss??
  Ans: Decreased weight and body mass index may occur with continued Amantide Capsule usage. If you have any concerns regarding weight loss consult your doctor or a nutritionist.

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