Amantadine

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Brand Name: Gocovri, OsmolexER

Drug Class: Anti-Parkinsons Agent, Dopamine Agonist; Antiviral Agent

FDA Category: Prescription Medication

CompendiRx Topic(s): Fatigue

Dosage Form: Tablet Capsule - 100mg; Tablet - 100mg; Solution - 50mg/5ml

Common Usage: drug-induced parkinsonism, multiple sclerosis-related fatigue (off-label use), neuroleptic malignant syndrome (off-label)

How it works

Blocks viral action, Direct and indirect effect on dopamine neurons

Pregnancy

Based on animal studies, this medication may cause fetal harm

Lactation

Generally, not recommended

Warnings

Contraindications include hypersensitivity to drug or ingredients.

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