Symmetrel
Developed to support motor control and indicated to alleviate symptoms of parkinsonian conditions.
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Amantadine
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 100mg
Symmetrel details
- Conditions
- Parkinson's Disease · Influenza A
- Therapeutic class
- Antiparkinsonian; Antiviral
- Pharmacological class
- Adamantane derivative
- Known off-label uses
- fatigue in multiple sclerosis
- Contraindications
- history of epilepsy; gastric ulceration
- Precautions and warnings
- may cause dizziness; avoid abrupt withdrawal
- Minor side effects
- nausea; dizziness; insomnia
- Moderate side effects
- peripheral oedema; confusional state
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Alliance Pharmaceuticals
- Onset Time
- 2–4 days
- Duration
- long-term
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; anticholinergics
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in elderly.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: avoid unless essential. Breastfeeding: avoid use.
Serious side effects
psychosis, requires immediate medical attention; seizures, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Developed to support motor control and indicated to alleviate symptoms of parkinsonian conditions.
Mechanism of action
Amantadine enhances dopaminergic transmission and possesses nmda receptor antagonist properties, which helps regulate tremor and bradykinesia in neurodegenerative contexts.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Symmetrel
Symmetrel, manufactured by Alliance Pharmaceuticals, is a formulation of amantadine used for the management of Parkinson’s Disease and the treatment of Influenza A. This medication is available as a 100mg tablet. It has served as a consistent therapeutic option for these specific health conditions, providing patients with a reliable method for addressing their symptoms.
Buying Symmetrel online
Symmetrel is registered across 14 markets, including the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong, with availability extending to Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines. Ordering this medication online is a common method for securing regular access to treatment across the region. Generic amantadine, much of it developed in India, provides a significant cost advantage over original brand versions for patients and expats who may be far from a local, well stocked pharmacy.