Galantamine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Reminyl
Precautions While Using This Medicine It is very important that your doctor check you at regular
visits.
Tell your doctor if your symptoms get worse, or if you notice any new symptoms.
Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your
doctor. This especially includes nonprescription medicines, such as aspirin,
and medicines for appetite control, asthma, colds, cough, hay fever, or sinus
problems.
Galantamine causes a large number of patients to have problems with their
stomachs and intestines. Tell your doctor about any nausea, vomiting, diarrhea,
stomach pain or loss of appetite.
If you think you or someone else may have taken an
overdose of galantamine, get emergency help at once.
Taking an overdose
of galantamine may lead to convulsions (seizures) or shock. Some signs of
shock are large pupils, irregular breathing, and fast weak pulse. Other signs
of an overdose are severe nausea and vomiting, increasing muscle weakness,
greatly increased sweating, and greatly increased watering of the mouth.
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