Memantine/Donepezil
Namzaric is a combination prescription medication containing donepezil and memantine, used to treat dementia of the Alzheimer's type. It is specifically indicated for patients with moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease who are already taking these two components separately. This combination medication helps manage symptoms by targeting different aspects of Alzheimer's pathology.
Namzaric combines two Alzheimer's medications in one pill to help manage moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease symptoms.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1602583
- Generic
- Namzaric
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Treatment of moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer's type in patients stabilized on donepezil and memantine component medications. It is not indicated for mild Alzheimer's disease or for initiating treatment in patients not already taking the individual components.
Namzaric combines two different mechanisms: donepezil is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor that increases acetylcholine levels in the brain, while memantine is an NMDA receptor antagonist that regulates glutamate activity. Together, they help protect brain cells and improve communication between nerve cells.
Common side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, headache, and dizziness. It should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to any component. Dosage is typically once daily, and it can be taken with or without food. Patients should inform their doctor of all medications and health conditions before starting treatment.
Official drug label
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