Description

Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet

Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat Alzheimer’s disease. It helps to slow down the progression of moderate to severe Alzheimer’s by improving memory and thinking.

It also increases the levels of a chemical messenger involved in the transmission of nerve signals.

Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but you may take it with food to avoid a stomach upset. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood.

Do not skip any doses, but if you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and do not stop taking it suddenly.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite and headache. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness.

So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking this medicine as this medicine may cause diarrhea.

Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy or asthma. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other drugs you are using so let your doctor know what these are to be safe. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

USES OF LARENTINE D TABLET

Alzheimer’s disease

BENEFITS OF LARENTINE D TABLET

In Alzheimer’s disease

Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet improves learning, memory and information processing (cognitive function) in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease. These problems in memory and thinking may start interfering with daily activities and worsen your condition.

This medicine will help in managing Alzheimer’s disease effectively. It will make it easier for you to carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life. Do not stop taking it unless advised by the doctor. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep using the medicine even if you do not think it is working. Read more: Larentine D

SIDE EFFECTS OF LARENTINE D TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Larentine D

Nausea
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Diarrhea
Headache
Dizziness
Bleeding under the skin

HOW TO USE LARENTINE D TABLET

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. Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW LARENTINE D TABLET WORKS

Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Donepezil and Memantine which treat Alzheimer’s disease. Donepezil is a cholinesterase inhibitor while Memantine is an NMDA inhibitor. Together, they balance the levels of chemical messengers in the brain and help in the transmission of nerve signals.

WHAT IS LARENTINE D 5MG/5MG?

LARENTINE D 5MG/5MG contains Donepezil and Memantine

Donepezil belongs to a group of drugs called cholinesterase inhibitors

Memantine belongs to a group of medicines known as anti-dementia medicines

Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s belongs to a group of medicines called anti-dementia agents used to treat moderate to severe Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease is a neurological disorder that causes dementia (memory loss), and slowly destroys the ability to think, learn, communicate, and handling daily activities.

Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s contains ‘Memantine’ which is an NMDA receptor antagonist. It acts on the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptors involved in transmitting nerve signals that play an essential role in memory.

Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s decreases the brain’s abnormal activity and may improve the ability to think and remember or might slow the loss of these abilities in people with Alzheimer’s disease.

You can take Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s with or without food. Take Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s as prescribed. You are advised to take Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition.

In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as headache, sleepiness, dizziness, diarrhea, constipation, balance disorders, and high blood pressure. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.

Please do not stop taking Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s without consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s causes dizziness, sleepiness, and may affect reactivity.

Avoid consuming alcohol along with Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s as it could lead to increased dizziness. Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s is not recommended for children below 18years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects.

WHAT LARENTINE D 5MG/5MG IS USED FOR?

It is used to,

Treat patients with moderate to severe Alzheimer?s disease in adults

Medicinal Benefits

Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s belongs to a group of anti-dementia agents called NMDA receptor antagonist. Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s is used to treat moderate to severe dementia (memory loss) of Alzheimer’s disease. Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s acts on the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptors involved in transmitting nerve signals which play an important role in memory.

Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s works by decreasing the brain’s abnormal activity and may improve the ability to think and remember or might slow the loss of these abilities in people with Alzheimer’s disease.

Directions for Use

Take Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s with or without food. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s.Tablet: Swallow Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or break the tablet.

Liquid: Take the measured quantity/dose by mouth using the oral syringe provided by the pack. Do not mix the solution with other liquids.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s

Headache
Sleepiness
Dizziness
Confusion
Diarrhea
Constipation
Balance disorders
High blood pressure
Shortness of breath
Elevated liver function tests

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have/had epilepsy (fits), heart attack, congestive heart failure, or uncontrolled high blood pressure. Talk to your doctor if you change your diet from normal to strict vegetarian or if you are having any kidney problems or urinary tract infections. Avoid taking amantadine (used to treat Parkinson’s disease), ketamine (anesthetic), dextromethorphan (used to treat cough), and other NMDA-antagonists at the same time.

Consult your doctor before taking Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s causes dizziness, sleepiness, and may affect reactivity. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s as it could lead to increased dizziness. Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s is not recommended for children below 18years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s may have interaction with antiparkinson’s (amantadine), anaesthetic (ketamine), anti-tussive (dextromethorphan), skeletal muscle relaxant (dantrolene, baclofen), antacid (cimetidine, ranitidine), anti-arrhythmic (procainamide, quinidine), anti-malarial (quinine), an alkaloid (nicotine), diuretic (hydrochlorothiazide), dopaminergic agonist (levodopa, bromocriptine), anti-psychotic (quetiapine), anticonvulsants (used to treat fits), barbiturates (used to induce sleep), neuroleptics (used to treat mental disorders), and oral anticoagulants.

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s as it might cause increased dizziness and sleepiness. Avoid smoking as nicotine might interact with working of Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s may interact with disease conditions such as high blood pressure, liver or kidney impairment.

FAQs

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the packet or container it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.

Q. What are the contraindications to the use of Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet?

Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients who are allergic to Memantine, Donepezil or any of its constituents. Also, inform your doctor about all of patients medical history before using this medicine.

Q. What should I inform my doctor before using Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet?

Before taking Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet, tell the doctor about all of patient’s past and present medical conditions, including: problem in heart, lung, liver, kidney or bladder, seizures, stomach ulcers or any scheduled medical procedures. Also, inform your doctor about all the medicines patient takes.

Q. What if the patient takes more of Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet than recommended?

If the patient overdose on Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet, go to nearest medical emergency department or call your doctor immediately.

Q. Can the use of Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Larentine D 5mg/5mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. In case, the patient experience diarrhea, talk to the doctor. Do not take any other medicines without speaking to a doctor.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s as it may cause increased dizziness.
PREGNANCY

Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s belongs to pregnancy category B. Caution should be exercised; it is advisable to consult a doctor before using Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s.
BREAST FEEDING

It is not recommended to breastfeed while taking Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s. Consult your doctor before taking Larentine 5 Tablet 10’s if you are breastfeeding.

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