Reminyl

Developed to address cognitive decline in patients to support memory function.

Strengths: 4 · 8mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Acumerck

Therapeutic class

Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor

Pharmacological class

Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor

Contraindications

severe hepatic impairment; severe renal impairment

Minor side effects

nausea; vomiting; dizziness

Moderate side effects

diarrhoea; abdominal pain; fatigue

Dosage forms

Tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Patient summary

Developed to address cognitive decline in patients to support memory function.

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Janssen

Onset Time

1 hour

Duration

12 hours

Storage instructions

Store in a cool, dry place.

Drug interactions

anticholinergics; beta-blockers

Age restrictions

Not recommended for children.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use only if clearly necessary. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.

Precautions and warnings

monitor for weight loss; use with care in patients with cardiac conduction disturbances; maintain adequate hydration during treatment

Serious side effects

bradycardia — requires immediate medical attention; syncope — requires immediate medical attention; seizures — requires immediate medical attention

Mechanism of action

It functions as a centrally acting acetylcholinesterase inhibitor and allosteric modulator of nicotinic receptors, increasing acetylcholine levels available for neuronal signalling.

Reminyl

Developed to address cognitive decline in patients to support memory function.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Galantamine
  • Listed indication(s): Alzheimer’s Disease

Usually available as

  • 60 tablets - 4 mg653-4-mg-6213
  • 30 tablets - 8 mg653-8-mg-4064