Rimantadine Benefits & Uses

Rimantadine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Rimantadine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Flu (Influenza) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: used in Influenza A
Geriatric	Disease: Flu (Influenza) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: used in Influenza A

Rimantadine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rimantadine is used -

Severe

Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

Mild

Dizziness
Fatigue
Headache
Agitation
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea

Common

Dry Mouth

Rimantadine Related Warnings

Is the use of Rimantadine safe for pregnant women?

Rimantadine may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Rimantadine, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Rimantadine safe during breastfeeding?

Rimantadine may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Rimantadine on the Kidneys?

Rimantadine rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Rimantadine on the Liver?

Rimantadine has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Rimantadine on the Heart?

Rimantadine is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rimantadine with Other Drugs

Rimantadine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Paracetamol

Tramadol

Paracetamol,Tramadol

Mild

Cimetidine

Rimantadine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rimantadine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Rimantadine

Is this Rimantadine habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Rimantadine.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Rimantadine you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Rimantadine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Rimantadine is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Rimantadine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rimantadine

Taking Rimantadine with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rimantadine

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rimantadine.

Unknown