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Galamer 8 Tablet 10's

Galamer 8 Tablet 10's

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Composition

GALANTAMINE-8MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Galamer 8 Tablet 10's

Galamer 8 Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medicines called 'anti-dementia agents' used to treat mild to moderate dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's disease is a neurological disorder, which causes dementia (memory loss), and slowly destroys the ability to think, learn, communicate, and handling daily activities. Dementia is a condition associated with impairment in memory, communication and thinking.

Galamer 8 Tablet 10's contains 'Galantamine' that belongs to the class of 'Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors'. Galantamine blocks the action of the enzyme cholinesterase, an enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine. Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter or a chemical messenger that transmits the message from one nerve cell to another nerve cell, muscle cell, or gland cell. Galamer 8 Tablet 10's thus increases acetylcholine levels allowing the nerve cells to communicate. It restores the balance of neurotransmitters and thus improves mental function, such as memory and thinking.

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration based on your disease's severity and response to treatment. Common side effects of Galamer 8 Tablet 10's include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, shakiness (tremor), weakness, depression, and loss of appetite. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Galamer 8 Tablet 10's or its components. If you are using any prescription and non-prescription medications, let your doctor know before starting Galamer 8 Tablet 10's. Inform your doctor beforehand if you have a history of liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, electrolyte imbalance, stomach ulcer, fits, Parkinson’s disease, breathing disorders, and urination problems. If you had recent surgery on the stomach, intestines or bladder, tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother, inform your doctor before starting Galamer 8 Tablet 10's. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Galamer 8 Tablet 10's as it can make you dizzy or drowsy.

Uses of Galamer 8 Tablet 10's

Dementia in Alzheimer's disease. 

Medicinal Benefits

Galamer 8 Tablet 10's treats mild to moderate dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease. It contains 'Galantamine', an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. Galantamine increases acetylcholine (a brain chemical) levels in the central nervous system by blocking the action of the cholinesterase enzyme. This process helps in transmitting nerve signals that play an essential role in memory. Galamer 8 Tablet 10's is not a cure for Alzheimer's disease but improves memory, thinking awareness and the ability to perform daily functions.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, crush or break it.Syrup/Solution: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Galamer 8 Tablet 10's

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Shakiness (tremor)
  • Weakness
  • Loss of appetite 
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Depression

Drug Warnings

Brief your medical history if you have any liver or kidney diseases, heart problems (chest discomfort, sick sinus syndrome, heart attack, heart failure, and slow or uneven heartbeat), electrolyte imbalance (potassium), stomach ulcer, fits, Parkinson’s disease, breathing problems (asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)), and urination problems. If you had recent surgery on the stomach, intestines or bladder, tell your doctor. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother before starting Galamer 8 Tablet 10's. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Galamer 8 Tablet 10's as it might lead to increased side effects like dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Galamer 8 Tablet 10's may decrease your mental alertness, making you feel dizzy or drowsy. Galamer 8 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Galamer 8 Tablet 10's may interact with other Alzheimer treating medicines (donepezil, rivastigmine), heart-related drugs (digoxin, quinidine), drugs treating frequent urination (darifenacin), respiratory drugs (diphenhydramine, ipratropium), pain killers (aspirin, naproxen), urinary retention medicine (bethanechol), vomiting medicine (scopolamine), anti-depressants (fluoxetine), antifungals (ketoconazole), high blood pressure medicine (metoprolol), antibiotics (erythromycin), HIV/AIDS drugs (ritonavir), drugs used for muscle weakness (neostigmine), and drugs treating dry mouth (pilocarpine).

Drug-Food Interaction: Do not consume alcohol while taking Galamer 8 Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased dizziness and drowsiness.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using Galamer 8 Tablet 10's, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney diseases, heart problems (chest discomfort, sick sinus syndrome, heart attack, heart failure, and slow or uneven heartbeat), electrolyte imbalance (potassium), stomach ulcer, fits, Parkinson’s disease, breathing problems (asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)), and urination problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DONEPEZIL
  • RIVASTIGMINE
  • DIGOXIN
  • QUINIDINE
  • DARIFENACIN
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • IPRATROPIUM
  • ASPIRIN
  • NAPROXEN
  • BETHANECHOL
  • FLUOXETINE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • METOPROLOL
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • RITONAVIR
  • NEOSTIGMINE
  • PILOCARPINE
  • SCOPOLAMINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain proper weight by following a healthy diet.
  • Exercise regularly as it helps in less cognitive decline and brain volume loss.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Try to avoid stress by practising meditation or yoga.
  • Include fruits and vegetables in your diet as they contain anti-oxidants.
  • Eat nutritious food as it helps in cognitive stimulation.
  • Limit foods with high cholesterol and saturated fats.
  • Cut down on sugar, salt and processed foods.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Follow a healthy lifestyle as it helps in improving overall health and possibly protects the brain.

Special Advise

  • Let your doctor know that you are taking Galamer 8 Tablet 10's if you are undergoing any medical tests.
  • It is advised to monitor your blood pressure and blood sugar levels regularly. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Alzheimer's disease: The disease is named after Dr Alois Alzheimer, who was the first to discover the disease. Alzheimer's disease is a neurological disorder that causes dementia (memory loss), and slowly destroys the ability to think, learn, communicate, and eventually, the ability to handle daily activities. It is the most common cause of dementia (memory loss) in adults. 

Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning, such as remembering, thinking, and reasoning. The causes of this disease are abnormal functioning of brain cells which cause a disturbance in communication between them. The risk factors are age, family history and genetics of a person. Alzheimer's disease symptoms include memory loss, trouble with familiar tasks, difficulties with problem-solving, trouble with writing or talking, disorientation, problems with reasoning or judgment, mood and personality changes. In most people, the symptoms of Alzheimer's appear in their mid-60's.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
Other Info - GAL0003

FAQs

Galamer 8 Tablet 10's contains ' Galantamine', an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. It treats dementia in Alzheimer's disease by increasing acetylcholine levels in the central nervous system and enhancing the neurotransmission process. Thus, Galamer 8 Tablet 10's improves memory, thinking, and awareness.
Galamer 8 Tablet 10's should be used with caution in the medical history of liver or kidney diseases, heart problems (chest discomfort, heart attack, heart failure, and slow or uneven heartbeat), electrolyte imbalance (potassium), stomach ulcer, fits, Parkinson’s disease, breathing problems (asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)), and urination problems. Please let your doctor know if you have any other medical problems before starting Galamer 8 Tablet 10's.
It is advised to take Galamer 8 Tablet 10's with food to avoid any stomach upset. Please consult your doctor for more information.
Store Galamer 8 Tablet 10's in a dry place at room temperature ranging from 20°C to 25°C. Do not store in the freezer.
If you miss a dose of Galamer 8 Tablet 10's, skip it and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Galamer 8 Tablet 10's based on your medical condition. However, if you notice unusual side effects like fits, depression, irregular heartbeat, bloody stools, and severe abdominal pain, stop using Galamer 8 Tablet 10's and please consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is advised to limit alcohol consumption while taking Galamer 8 Tablet 10's. Alcohol intake, along with Galamer 8 Tablet 10's, may cause increased dizziness and drowsiness. Please consult your doctor for more information.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Galamer 8 Tablet 10's is a pregnancy category C drug. Animal studies showed that Galamer 8 Tablet 10's affects the foetus in pregnancy, but there is limited data in humans. Galamer 8 Tablet 10's should be used during pregnancy only if the benefit outweighs the risk. Please consult your doctor before taking Galamer 8 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if Galamer 8 Tablet 10's is excreted into breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Galamer 8 Tablet 10's if you are a breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Caution

Galamer 8 Tablet 10's may make you feel dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive if you are not mentally alert or experience any symptoms that affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor before using Galamer 8 Tablet 10's if you suffer from any severe liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor before using Galamer 8 Tablet 10's if you suffer from any severe kidney impairment/kidney disease.

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Children

Unsafe

Galamer 8 Tablet 10's is not recommended in people below 18 years of age.

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