amantadine
Last reviewed 10/2023
Indications:
- herpes simplex infections
- prophylaxis of influenza A infection
- parkinsonism
Cautions:
- psychosis
- elderly patients
- breast feeding
- cardiovascular, hepatic or renal disease
- recurrent eczema
- avoid abrupt discontinuation of treatment
Contra-indications:
- epilepsy
- gastric ulceration
Side-effects:
- nervousness
- inability to concentrate
- insomnia
- dizziness
- convulsions
- hallucinations
- gastrointestinal disturbances
- skin discolouration
- dry mouth
- peripheral oedema
- leucopenia
Routes of administration:
- oral
- capsules
- syrup
treatment of uncomplicated influenza
NICE guidance - the use of zanamivir , oseltamivir and amantadine for the treatment of influenza
NICE guidance - the use of oseltamivir , zanamivir and amantadine for the prophylaxis of influenza