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Amantadine

Amantadine, marketed as Symmetrel, is used for Parkinson’s disease and Influenza A virus infection. This page lists the one formulation in the catalogue: Amantadine Capsules.

Amantadine Capsules

Parkinson's Disease, Influenza A Virus Infection

50mg · 100mg

Amantadine capsules for parkinson's disease and influenza A. It increases dopamine levels in the brain, helping with the stiffness and slowness of Parkinson's.

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Key points

  • Amantadine blocks a viral protein, stopping Influenza A from multiplying in the body.
  • Symmetrel is the originator brand; generic formulations contain the same active ingredient at the same strengths.

What Amantadine is used for

The medicine amantadine is listed for Influenza A virus infection, Parkinson’s disease, and drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms, a movement disorder that certain medications can cause. The single formulation in the catalogue, Amantadine Capsules, is available in 50 mg and 100 mg strengths.

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