Reminyl
Developed to address cognitive decline in patients to support memory function.
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Galantamine
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 4 · 8mg
Reminyl details
- Condition
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alternative names
- Acumerck
- Therapeutic class
- Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor
- Contraindications
- severe hepatic impairment; severe renal impairment
- Minor side effects
- nausea; vomiting; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- diarrhoea; abdominal pain; fatigue
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- Developed to address cognitive decline in patients to support memory function.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Janssen
- Onset Time
- 1 hour
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
- anticholinergics; beta-blockers
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Use only if clearly necessary. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Precautions and warnings
monitor for weight loss; use with care in patients with cardiac conduction disturbances; maintain adequate hydration during treatment
Serious side effects
bradycardia, requires immediate medical attention; syncope, requires immediate medical attention; seizures, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
It functions as a centrally acting acetylcholinesterase inhibitor and allosteric modulator of nicotinic receptors, increasing acetylcholine levels available for neuronal signalling.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Reminyl
Reminyl is the established Janssen brand of galantamine, a medication used to manage cognitive symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease. The same active ingredient is also sold as Acumerck, supplied as a tablet in strengths of 4mg and 8mg. Many people rely on this therapeutic option to assist with daily cognitive function and mental well-being.
Buying Reminyl online
Reminyl is registered across 14 markets including the Philippines, Indonesia and Taiwan, with additional availability in South Korea, Japan and the UAE. Patients often source these medications online to ensure a steady supply when local inventory fluctuates. Ordering online is a preferred method for many residents to secure their regular medication at an affordable price without relying upon local retail options.