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Rimantadine - oral

(rih-man-tuh-deen)

common brand names: Flumadine

Flumadine Usage: this medication is an antiviral used to prevent & treat infections caused by flu virus.

How to use Flumadine: Take this medication by mouth as directed. do not increase your dose or take this more many times than prescribed. for preventing the flu, this is usually taken one time or twice a day. To treat the flu, this is usually given for 5 days. Take it medication for full time prescribed. Stopping therapy too soon may result in ineffective treatment.

Flumadine side effects: Nausea, stomach upset, nervousness, tiredness, lightheadedness, trouble sleeping & difficulty concentrating may occur. If any about these effects persist or worsen, inform you're doctor. Notify your pharmacist if you develop: skin rash, jaundice (yellowing of eyes/skin), mood changes, mental confusion, vision changes. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your physician or pharmacist.

Flumadine Precautions: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially: liver or kidney disease, seizures, blood disorders, any allergies. Use caution driving or operating machinery if this medication makes you lightheaded. Elderly persons may be more sensitive to the effects of it medication. this med should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your pharmacist. Its not known if this medication is excreted into breast milk. Consult some your doctor before breast-feeding.

Flumadine drug interactions: Tell youre healthcare professional about all prescription & nonprescription drug you may use. do not start or stop any medicine with out doctor or doctor approval.

Flumadine Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact you're local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include mental/mood disorder; irregular heartbeat, trouble breathing, change in amount of urine, unconscious, fever, or seizures

Flumadine special notes: this drug is most effective is reducing length and severity about flu when taken within 1st 24 to 48 hours of flu symptoms.

If you missed Flumadine dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take this if It's near the time for following dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume you're usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up.

Flumadine Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. do not store in the bathroom.

Active Ingredients : Rimantadine