Pat Galantamine Er

The usual recommended starting dose of galantamine is 8 mg once daily. After at least 4 weeks of treatment, the dose may be increased to 16 mg once daily. After at least 4 more weeks of treatment, the dose may be increased further to 24 mg once daily.

Galantamine capsules should be taken once daily in the morning with food. Swallow the capsules whole. Do not open, divide, crush, or chew them.

Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to take Pat Galantamine Er exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

People with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers should be aware that if treatment has been interrupted for several days or longer, Pat Galantamine Er should be restarted at the lowest dose and then increased to the most current dose. If several doses are missed, do not restart galantamine on your own. It will be necessary to start at a lower dose and gradually increase to your previous dose. Consult your doctor if you miss several doses in a row.

Store Pat Galantamine Er at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

In addition to its desired action, this medication may cause some adverse effects, notably: it may decrease your appetite; it may cause headaches; it may cause diarrhea; it may cause dizziness - use caution when getting up from a lying or sitting position and use caution if driving; it may cause nausea or, rarely, vomiting. Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing adverse effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your health care professional. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.

8 mg
Each white opaque capsule imprinted with "G8" contains galantamine 8 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: gelatin, diethyl phthalate, ethylcellulose, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, titanium dioxide, and sugar spheres (sucrose and starch).

16 mg
Each pink opaque capsule imprinted "G16" contains galantamine 16 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: gelatin, diethyl phthalate, ethylcellulose, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, titanium dioxide, sugar spheres (sucrose and starch), and red ferric oxide.

24 mg
Each caramel opaque capsule imprinted with "G24" contains galantamine 24 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: gelatin, diethyl phthalate, ethylcellulose, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, titanium dioxide, sugar spheres (sucrose and starch), red ferric oxide, and yellow ferric oxide.

Do not take Pat Galantamine Er if you are allergic to galantamine or any ingredients of the medication.

There may be an interaction between galantamine and any of the following:

• other acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (e.g., Donepezil, Rivastigmine)
• aclidinium
• alpha-agonists (e.g., Clonidine, methyldopa)
• amantadine
• Amiodarone
• antihistamines (e.g., Chlorpheniramine, Dimenhydrinate, Diphenhydramine)
• antipsychotic medications (e.g., Haloperidol, Risperidone, Quetiapine)
• atropine
• azelastine
• "azole" antifungals (e.g., fluconazole, ketoconazole, Voriconazole)
• Benztropine
• beta-blockers (e.g., Atenolol, Carvedilol, Metoprolol, Propranolol, Timolol)
• Bupropion
• Ceritinib
• chloroquine
• cholinergic agonists (e.g., Bethanechol, Pilocarpine)
• corticosteroids (e.g., Hydrocortisone, Prednisone, Methylprednisolone)
• Cyclobenzaprine
• cyproheptadine
• Digoxin
• Diltiazem
• Dipyridamole
• Disopyramide
• Dronedarone
• Fesoterodine
• Fingolimod
• Flavoxate
• glycopyrronium
• Guanfacine
• Hepatitis C antivirals (e.g., dasabuvir, ombitasvir, paritaprevir)
• HIV protease inhibitors (e.g., atazanavir, indinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir)
• ipratropium
• Ivabradine
• glycopyrrolate
• macrolide antibiotics (e.g., azithromycin, clarithromycin, erythromycin)
• Midodrine
• monoamine oxidase inhibitors (M.O.S. Phenelzine, Moclobemide, Selegiline)
• Octreotide
• Oxybutynin
• Pasireotide
• quinidine
• quinine
• scopolamine
• Solifenacin
• SSRIs (e.g., Fluoxetine, Paroxetine, Sertraline)
• succinylcholine-type neuromuscular blocking agents
• tiotropium
• Tizanidine
• Tofacitinib
• Tolterodine
• Trazodone
• tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., Amitriptyline, Desipramine, Nortriptyline)
• umeclidinium
• Verapamil

If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

• stop taking one of the medications,
• change one of the medications to another,
• change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
• leave everything as is.

An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

Medications other than those listed above may interact with Pat Galantamine Er. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Pat Galantamine Er.

Bladder problems: Galantamine can make it more difficult to empty the bladder and may contribute to urinary tract problems. If you have bladder problems or a history of urinary tract problems, discuss with your doctor how Pat Galantamine Er may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Pat Galantamine Er, and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Drowsiness/reduced alertness: Galantamine may affect the mental or physical abilities needed to drive or operate machinery. Avoid driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous tasks until you have determined how Pat Galantamine Er affects you.

Gender: Women are more likely to experience side effects such as nausea and vomiting. This is also more likely to happen for women who are underweight.

Heart disease: Galantamine can cause slowed heart rate, affecting people with Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) or Coronary Artery Disease (CAD). If you have a heart condition, including blood pressure problems, discuss with your doctor how Pat Galantamine Er may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Pat Galantamine Er, and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Kidney function: If you have Kidney Disease or decreased kidney function, discuss with your doctor how Pat Galantamine Er may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Pat Galantamine Er, and whether any special monitoring is needed. Galantamine is not recommended for people with severely reduced kidney function.

Liver function: If you have liver disease or reduced liver function, discuss with your doctor how Pat Galantamine Er may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Pat Galantamine Er, and whether any special monitoring is needed. Galantamine is not recommended for people with severely reduced liver function.

Lung disease: Galantamine can worsen the symptoms of breathing problems, such as Asthma or COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) (COPD) emphysema, and Bronchitis. If you have asthma, COPD, or any other breathing problem, discuss with your doctor how Pat Galantamine Er may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Pat Galantamine Er, and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Seizures: An increase in seizures has been reported by people taking galantamine. It is unclear whether this is because of the medication or the Alzheimer's disease. If you have or have had a seizure disorder, discuss with your doctor how Pat Galantamine Er may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Pat Galantamine Er, and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Stomach ulcers: Galantamine can cause an increase in the amount of acid produced by the stomach, increasing the risk for stomach ulcers. If you have or have had stomach problems, or take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAIDs) medications, you are at increased risk of stomach problems with Pat Galantamine Er. If you have any of these conditions, discuss with your doctor how Pat Galantamine Er may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Pat Galantamine Er, and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Weight loss: People taking galantamine may experience significant weight loss. In some cases, this weight loss is unhealthy and may cause additional health problems. Let your doctor know about any weight loss that occurs.

Pregnancy: Pat Galantamine Er should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Pat Galantamine Er, contact your doctor immediately.

Breast-feeding: It is not known if galantamine passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Pat Galantamine Er, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.

Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Pat Galantamine Er have not been established for children. Galantamine is not intended to be used by children.

Seniors: People over 85 years of age may be at risk of more extreme weight loss when taking galantamine.

This medication is typically used only once a day. However, your pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. It must be used regularly and continuously to maintain its beneficial effects. Be sure to keep an adequate supply on hand. The capsule of this medication should not be opened, crushed or chewed. If you forget a dose, simply skip it and then take the next dose at the regularly scheduled time. Do not double the next dose to catch up. It is preferable to take this medication with a meal or a snack in order to reduce adverse effects.