Memantine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Namenda
Category- Dementia symptoms treatment adjunct
DescriptionMemantine ((me-MAN-teen) )
is used to treat
moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. Memantine is not a cure for Alzheimer's
disease but it can help people with the disease. Memantine will not cure Alzheimer's
disease, and it will not stop the disease from getting worse.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage forms:
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
† Not commercially available in Canada.
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