Ebixa 10mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Lundbeck India Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Memantine (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ebixa 10mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, helping to slow down the progression of moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease by improving memory and thinking.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Ebixa 10mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. It helps to slow down the progression of moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease by improving memory and thinking. This medicine works by blocking a chemical messenger involved in the transmission of nerve signals.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ebixa 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Ebixa 10mg Tablet is an N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist. Memory loss in Alzheimer's disease is due to excessive production of glutamate (chemical messenger) in the brain which is mediated by NMDA receptors. Ebixa 10mg Tablet works by preventing the action of NMDA receptors and regulates the production of glutamate. This is how it prevents memory loss in Alzheimer's disease.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Ebixa 10mg Tablet to treat dementia (memory loss) in patients with Alzheimer's disease. It is well tolerated and has lesser side effects as compared to other similar medicines. Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration until you know how Ebixa 10mg Tablet affects you. Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures, kidney disease, heart disease, or liver disease. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions
What is the potential for abuse with Ebixa 10mg Tablet?
Ebixa 10mg Tablet does not have abuse potential and may even prevent excess use of addictive drugs such as morphine or ethanol.
How should I take Ebixa 10mg Tablet?
Take Ebixa 10mg Tablet orally once a day, at the same time each day, with or without food. Swallow the tablet with some water to benefit from your medicine.
How long does it take for Ebixa 10mg Tablet to start working?
Ebixa 10mg Tablet may require between 3 and 8 hours to show its full benefits, and a follow-up clinical assessment may be required after 4 weeks and then 6 months.
What are the symptoms of an overdose with Ebixa 10mg Tablet?
Overdose symptoms include tiredness, weakness, drowsiness, confusion, hallucinations, vomiting, diarrhea, vertigo, agitation, aggression, and walking difficulty.
How does Ebixa 10mg Tablet affect people with dementia?
Ebixa 10mg Tablet may improve thinking and memory abilities, reduce deterioration of these abilities in Alzheimer's disease patients, but its effectiveness will decrease over time and it cannot cure the disease.
What is dementia?
Dementia is a syndrome characterized by memory, thinking, behavior, and daily activity decline, with Alzheimer's disease being the most common cause (60-70% of cases).
Should I stop taking Ebixa 10mg Tablet if I feel well?
No, do not stop taking Ebixa 10mg Tablet even if you feel well. It only controls symptoms and does not cure Alzheimer's disease.
Does Ebixa 10mg Tablet make me sleepy?
Yes, Ebixa 10mg Tablet may cause sleepiness, which can affect driving and machine operation abilities.
Can I combine Ebixa 10mg Tablet with donepezil?
Yes, but it will not cure Alzheimer's disease. It may improve thinking ability, short-term memory, and other symptoms.
What medicines should I avoid while taking Ebixa 10mg Tablet?
Avoid taking any medicine without consulting your doctor as it can interact with Ebixa 10mg Tablet, making it less effective or increasing side effects.
Does Ebixa 10mg Tablet have interactions with cardiac medicines?
Yes, it may interfere with hydrochlorothiazide (HCT), decrease its effectiveness. Also, procainamide and quinidine can increase Ebixa 10mg Tablet levels, causing increased toxicity.
Should I stop taking Ebixa 10mg Tablet if I feel better?
No, continue using Ebixa 10mg Tablet as advised by your doctor. Stopping the medication may bring back dementia symptoms.
