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Although it cannot cure Alzheimer, regular use improves memory, increases awareness, and improves the ability to perform all day-to-day tasks. Basically, the drug works by blocking the action of a natural substance in the brain called glutamate, resulting in early improvement of Alzheimer's disease symptoms.
Uses of Memantine:
Alzheimer's is a common problem in this fast-paced world. So now, Memantine is widely prescribed. Although it cannot wholly cure Alzheimer's, it improves memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily tasks. It prevents the symptoms by blocking the action of glutamate. It is a substance that increases the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.
How to use Memantine oral
You can take this antihistamines drug with or without food; there is no particular medication regulation. But don't take it alone; try to take it as per the doctor's prescription within the duration. You can take this after experiencing any symptoms. After starting the course of treatment, you should not be irregular; you must take it every day at the same time. Please don't stop it suddenly, earlier than advised; the symptoms may return. If the symptom may disappear, the doctor will lower and then gradually stop the dose. Some people have a misconception that this anti-allergy medicine affects your nerve. But it is not true; the drug is generally very safe and does not have serious side effects.
If you need to take oral liquid medicine, you should avoid using the medicine with a household spoon. With this spoon, you cannot measure the correct dose. Use the device that comes with the packaging box for measuring the dose. You have to swallow the medication directly. Mixing it with water or other liquids cannot get the perfect result. After using, it is essential to rinse the syringe with plenty of water. If you need clarification, you should consult with your doctor or pharmacist about the dose of the medication.
About Sertraline HCL
Sertraline HCL is one of the best antidepressants that comes from the group of medicine known as serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). If often used to prevent the symptoms of depression such as panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The medicine can prevent depression-related problems by increasing the levels of a mood-enhancing chemical named serotonin. This chemical is generally found in the brain.
Preventing depression helps to remove symptoms of older antidepressants.
Sertraline HCL is available in tablet form. You need a valid prescription to purchase the medication. It is essential to take the medication according to the prescription of your medical practitioners. You need to take the whole tablet at a time, with a glass of water, without crushing, breaking, or chewing, as directed by your doctor. Before starting the treatment, you should read the label on the box carefully. With any confusion about the dose, don't forget to ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Important information about the medicine
- Sertraline HCL can work perfectly after using 4 to 6 weeks. You can get the full benefit of the medicine within this period. But after taking 1 to 2 weeks, it should start working.
- The common side effects of the medicines are feeling sick, vomiting, nausea, headaches, and trouble sleeping. The side effects are very normal and go away within a couple of weeks.
- You may feel more or less hungry after taking Sertraline HCL. As a result, when starting to take it, many people see an increase or decrease in weight. It is the normal side effect of the medication.
- If you experience your symptom is improving, you should inform your doctor. He will decrease the dose gradually. It is recommended not to stop the dose suddenly.
- With Sertraline, your personality will be changed, as it helps to remove depression. After taking it, you feel yourself again.
- It is recommended not to drink grapefruit juice with Sertraline. Grape is such type of fruit that naturally increase the amount of Sertraline in the body. So you should not take these two substances together.
- You need to inform your doctor if you are suffering from heart problems or having abnormal heart rhythms.
- If you experience severe Diarrhea after taking medicine, immediately take medical attention.
- You should discuss kidney or liver problems with your doctor about whether you can take medicine.
- If you are suffering from muscle weakness, known as myasthenia gravis, you have to discuss it with your doctor.
- With neurological, psychiatric, or other mental issues, don't avoid informing the medical practitioner.
- Suppose you have the health problems such as low potassium or magnesium level in your blood. Remember to inform your doctor.
- If you are suffering from any allergic symptoms, including swelling, flushing, rash, breathing problem, fever, etc., you have to consult with medical practitioners immediately.
Side effects:
Sertraline HCL has some common side effects which are found in more than 1 in 100 users. These are normal so you should not seek any medical attention.
- Feeling sick (nausea)
- Headaches
- Being unable to sleep
- Feeling sleepy
- Diarrhea
- Dry mouth
- Feeling dizzy
- Feeling tired or weak
If the side effects may persist for a long time in the body, you should discuss them with your doctor. He may stop the medicine or reduce the dose.
Drug Interactions
There are some drugs with which this medicine should not be used. It can cause interactions. The side effects may be more adverse. If you are using other medicines, you can stop this medicine or change the dose. Extra caution is required in this case. If you are using this medicine, tell your doctor if you take any of the medicines listed below. The following medicines are selected based on interactions.
If you are using the following medicines, it is not recommended to use the medicines mentioned below.
- Acetazolamide
- Amantadine
- Brinzolamide
- Bupropion
- Dextromethorphan
- Dorzolamide
- Ketamine
- Methazolamide
- Sodium Bicarbonate
Who can take Sertraline HCL?
Sertraline HCL is developed only for adults. Children under the age of 6 to 17 years can take the medication. But it is recommended for those children who have an obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Sertraline HCL cannot make your blood sugar stable. So if you are diabetic, you should not take the medicine. If you need to take it, It is advised to monitor your blood sugar level often. After a few weeks of treatment, you have to adjust your diabetes treatment with Sertraline.
Can you take Memantine and Sertraline together?
Sertraline HCL in combination with Memantine increases BDNF levels in the brain, inducing antidepressant activity. In drug-resistant patients, Memantine and Sertraline can be great alternative, which works very effectively to reduce depression.
In general, taking these two medications together does not result in any harmful effects. But you have to discuss it with your doctor. You may experience any side effects after taking the symptoms of the medicine, you have to inform your doctor. it may help you to overcome some problems.