Mentadem Information

Mentadem is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease.

The correct dosage of Mentadem depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Mentadem side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Mentadem normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Mentadem's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Mentadem related warnings talks about Mentadem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Mentadem have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Mentadem may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mentadem is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Mentadem Benefits & Uses
Mentadem Dosage & How to Take
Mentadem Side Effects
Mentadem Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Mentadem with Other Drugs
Mentadem Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Mentadem
Mentadem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Mentadem Benefits & Uses

Mentadem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Alzheimer's Disease

Mentadem 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: Alzheimer's Disease Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Alzheimer's Disease Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Mentadem Related Warnings

Is the use of Mentadem safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Mentadem safely.

Safe
Is the use of Mentadem safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Mentadem. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Mentadem on the Kidneys?

Mentadem rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Mentadem on the Liver?

Mentadem may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Mentadem on the Heart?

You can take Mentadem without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Mentadem with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Abacavir,Lamivudine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Acetazolamide

Promethazine

Chlorpheniramine,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Mentadem Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Mentadem

Is this Mentadem habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Mentadem has not been reported.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Mentadem. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Mentadem only on doctor's advice.

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

Yes, Mentadem is useful in treating mental disorders.

Yes

Mentadem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mentadem

You can take Mentadem with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mentadem

Information about the interaction of Mentadem and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown