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Amantadine Extended-Release Capsules and CHF/edema

Result of checking the interaction of drug Amantadine Extended-Release Capsules and disease CHF/edema for safety when used together.

Check result:

Amantadine Extended-Release Capsules <> CHF/edema

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Amantadine may occasionally cause peripheral edema and, rarely, congestive heart failure. Patients with edema or congestive heart failure should be monitored closely for exacerbation of their condition. Dosage adjustments may be necessary.

References:

"Product Information. Symmetrel (amantadine)." DuPont Pharmaceuticals, Wilmington, DE.
Vale JA, Maclfan KS "Amantadine-induced heart-failure." Lancet 1 (1977): 548

Amantadine Extended-Release Capsules

Generic Name: amantadine

Brand Name: Gocovri, Osmolex ER, Symmetrel

Synonyms: Amantadine

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