Dementia is a general term for loss of memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking abilities that are severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia. Memantine ER is a N-Methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist and decreases the effects of glutamate and protects nerve cell from excess stimulation by glutamate.
Generic Name: Memantine Hydrochloride Extended release
Brand Name: Alzixa® E.R.Dosage Form: Capsule
Strength: 14mg, 21 mg
Indication: Use only in moderate and severe Alzheimer disease.
Dosing per day: Once-a-day and can be taken with or without food at any time of the day
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Dosing conversions from the immediate release tablets to the extended release capsules are the same as those recommended in adult patients and are as follows:
Alzixa® immediate release(IR) | Alzixa® E.R. Extended release(ER) |
5 mg/day | 7 mg/day |
10 mg/day | 14 mg/day |
15 mg/day | 21 mg/day |
20 mg/day | 28 mg/day |
