Flumadine Prescription Flu Medication
Flumadine (rimantadine hydrochloride) is a synthetic antiviral drug available as a 100 mg film-coated
tablet. Flumadine is indicated for the prophylaxis and treatment of illness caused by various strains
of influenza A virus in adults.
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Uses of Flumadine
This medication is an anti-viral used to prevent and treat infections caused by the flu virus.
Flumadine Directions
Take flumadine tablet by mouth as directed. Do not increase your dose or take this more often
than prescribed. For preventing the flu, this is usually taken once or twice a day. To treat the
flu, this is usually given for 5 days. Take this medication for the full time prescribed. Stopping
therapy too soon may result in ineffective treatment.
Flumadine Side Effects
Nausea, stomach upset, nervousness, tiredness, lightheadedness, trouble sleeping and difficulty
concentrating may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Notify
your doctor if you develop: skin rash, jaundice (yellowing of the eyes/skin), mood changes,
mental confusion, vision changes. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor or pharmacist.
Flumadine Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially: liver or kidney disease, seizures,
blood disorders, any allergies. Use caution driving or operating machinery if this medication
makes you lightheaded. Elderly persons may be more sensitive to the effects of this medication.
Flumadine should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and
benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this medication is excreted into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose of Flumadine
If you miss a dose of flumadine tablet, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it
if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your
usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
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