PARKITIDIN 100MG TAB

Overview

PARKITIDIN 100MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

PARKITIDIN 100MG TAB is composed of: AMANTADINE (100 MG)

Amantadine is an antiviral medicine that blocks the actions of viruses in our body. Amantadine is used to treat or prevent influenza A in adults and children. Amantadine may not be effective during every flu season because certain strains of the virus may be resistant to this medicine. Amantadine should not be used in place of getting a yearly flu shot. The Centers for Disease Control recommends an annual flu shot to help protect you each year from new strains of influenza virus.

Usage

AMANTADINE is generally used to treat: Parkinson’s Disease
AMANTADINE can address symptoms like: Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Dizziness, Fainting, Frequent Falls

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for PARKITIDIN 100MG TAB and its Constituents


  • Withdrawal should be gradual.
  • Avoid excess dosage.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption.
  • It may cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication.

Common Side-Effects

AMANTADINE : Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Dizziness, Fainting, Frequent Falls, Blood Or Red Colored Urine

Serious Side-Effects

AMANTADINE : Hematuria (Blood In Urine), Dizziness

Rare Side-Effects

AMANTADINE : Chills, Depressed Mood, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Throat Soreness

Technical Classification

AMANTADINE is categorized as: ANTICHOLINERGIC ANTIPARKINSON AGENTS / ANTIPARKINSON AGENTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Available Alternatives for PARKITIDIN 100MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

AMANTREL 100MG CAPINR 152 for 15 CAPSULESAMANTADINE 100 MG
AMANTREL 100MG CAPULEINR 152 for 15 CAPSULESAMANTADINE 100.0 MG
PARKITIDIN 100MG TABINR 72 for 10 TABLETSAMANTADINE 100 MG
PARKITIDIN TABINR 94 for 10 TABLETSAMANTADINE 100 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AMANTADINEAMANTADINE
FLUBLAST SYPINR 87.5 for 60 ML SYRUPPARACETAMOL 150.0 MG, AMANTADINE 25.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG
FLUBLAST TABINR 32.57 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, AMANTADINE 50.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG