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Memantine hydrochloride

Used for: Memantine hydrochloride extended-release capsules are indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer’s type. Memantine hydrochloride is a N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer’s type. ( 1 )

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What It Is Used For

Used for: Memantine hydrochloride extended-release capsules are indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer’s type. Memantine hydrochloride is a N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer’s type. ( 1 )

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Active Ingredient

MEMANTINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Chemical Name

MEMANTINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Common Brands

MEMANTINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Generic / Alternate Names

MEMANTINE HYDROCHLORIDE

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