AMANTREL TAB 1X15

SALT COMPOSITIONAmantadine (100mg)

INTRODUCTIONAmantrel 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).

USES OF TABLETParkinson's disease

BENIFIT OF TABLETAmantrel Capsule is one of the most effective medications to relieve symptoms of Parkinson's disease such as tremors, muscle stiffness and difficulty moving. It increases the amount of a chemical called dopamine in the brain which helps in coordination of body movements. This medicine can therefore enhance the quality of life by improving the ability to carry out daily functions in a better manner.

SIDE EFFECTS OF TABLETNausea 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)

HOW TO USE TABLETTake this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Amantrel Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW TO TABLET WORKAmantrel Capsule is a dopamine agonist that treats Parkinson's disease. It works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain which regulates body movements. It also has an antiviral property. It works against viruses to prevent their growth and multiplication. It also appears to restricts the viruses to release infectious chemicals (viral nucleic acid) to enter into the body. Thus, it prevents and treats Influenza infection.