Amantadine
Uses
Amantadine is used in the treatment of parkinson's disease, Amantadine is also used to treat and prevent influenza A which is a type of a viral infection.
How it Works
Amantadine works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movements in the brain to reduce the side effects of parkinsons.Amantadine is also an antiviral medicine that blocks the actions of viruses in the body.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Amantadineinclude the symptoms below;
Headache,
Nausea,
Vomiting,
Loss of appetite,
Dry mouth,
Sweating,
Ankle swelling,
Anxiety,
Constipation,
Discoloration of skin of legs,
Blurred vision,
Confusion,
Difficult urination,
Dizziness or lightheadedness