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Amantadine HCl 100 mg/1

AMANTADINE HYDROCHLORIDE · CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED · AvPAK

6 Recalls on RecordCurrently in Shortage
Plain English

Amantadine HCl is a capsule, liquid filled containing amantadine hydrochloride at 100 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by AvPAK.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Amantadine HCl
Generic Name
AMANTADINE HYDROCHLORIDE
NDC Code (Product)
50268-069
Manufacturer
AvPAK
Strength
100 mg/1
Dosage Form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA078720
Marketing Start
03/28/2014

Recall History

6 Recalls on Record
Class II06/19/2017

Apace KY LLC

Labeling; Label Mix up; cartons labeled as Amantadine HCl 100 mg Capsules contain unit dose blister cards of Cyclobenzaprine HCl Tablet, USP 5 mg

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II07/02/2013

Aidapak Services, LLC

Labeling: Label Mixup: AMANTADINE HCL, Capsule, 100 mg may have potentially been mislabeled as one of the following drugs: ACARBOSE, Tablet, 25 mg, NDC 00054014025, Pedigree: W002725, EXP: 6/6/2014; clomiPRAMINE HCl, Capsule, 50 mg, NDC 51672401205, Pedigree: W002998, EXP: 6/11/2014; ASPIRIN EC DR, Tablet, 81 mg, NDC 49348098015, Pedigree: W003672, EXP: 2/28/2014; NIACIN TR, Capsule, 500 mg, N

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II07/02/2013

Aidapak Services, LLC

Labeling: Label Mixup: AMANTADINE HCL, Tablet, 100 mg may have potentially been mislabeled as one of the following drugs: MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE, Tablet, 64 mg, NDC 68585000575, Pedigree: AD52993_4, EXP: 5/17/2014; QUEtiapine FUMARATE, Tablet, 25 mg, NDC 65862048901, Pedigree: AD49582_22, EXP: 4/30/2014.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II02/13/2026

AvKARE

Failed Dissolution Specifications: This recall has been initiated due to an Out of Specification finding in dissolution.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/30/2018

AVKARE Inc.

Failed Dissolution Specifications

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II11/14/2014

Attix Pharmaceuticals

Penicillin Cross Contamination: All lots of all products repackaged and distributed between 01/05/12 and 02/12/15 are being recalled because they were repackaged in a facility with penicillin products without adequate separation which could introduce the potential for cross contamination with penicillin.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

fall388 reports
fatigue312 reports
gait disturbance273 reports
drug ineffective261 reports
hallucination244 reports
tremor221 reports
asthenia207 reports
depression201 reports
dizziness195 reports
dyskinesia194 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets are indicated for the prophylaxis and treatment of signs and symptoms of infection caused by various strains of influenza A virus. Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets are also indicated in the treatment of parkinsonism and drug-induced extrapyramidal reactions. Influenza A Prophylaxis Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets are indicated for chemoprophylaxis against signs and symptoms of influenza A virus infection. Because Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets do not completely prevent the host immune response to influenza A infection, individuals who take this drug may still develop immune responses to natural disease or vaccination and may be protected when later exposed to antigenically related viruses. Following vaccination during an influenza A outbreak, Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets prophylaxis should be considered for the 2- to 4-week time period required to develop an antibody response. Influenza A Treatment Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets are also indicated in the treatment of uncomplicated respiratory tract illness caused by influenza A virus strains especially when administered early in the course of illness. There are no well-controlled clinical s

Dosage & Administration

The dose of Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets may need reduction in patients with congestive heart failure, peripheral edema, orthostatic hypotension, or impaired renal function (see Dosage for Impaired Renal Function). Dosage for Prophylaxis and Treatment of Uncomplicated Influenza A Virus Illness Adult The adult daily dosage of Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets is 200 mg; two 100 mg tablets as a single daily dose. The daily dosage may be split into one tablet of 100 mg twice a day. If central nervous system effects develop in once-a-day dosage, a split dosage schedule may reduce such complaints. In persons 65 years of age or older, the daily dosage of Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets is 100 mg. A 100 mg daily dose has also been shown in experimental challenge studies to be effective as prophylaxis in healthy adults who are not at high risk for influenza-related complications. However, it has not been demonstrated that a 100 mg daily dose is as effective as a 200 mg daily dose for prophylaxis, nor has the 100 mg daily dose been studied in the treatment of acute influenza illness. In recent clinical trials, the incidence of central nervous system (CNS) side effects associated with th

Warnings

Deaths Deaths have been reported from overdose with amantadine hydrochloride. The lowest reported acute lethal dose was 1 gram. Acute toxicity may be attributable to the anticholinergic effects of amantadine. Drug overdose has resulted in cardiac, respiratory, renal or central nervous system toxicity. Cardiac dysfunction includes arrhythmia, tachycardia and hypertension (see OVERDOSAGE). Deaths due to drug accumulation (overdosage) have been reported in patients with renal impairment, who were prescribed higher than recommended doses of Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP for their level of renal function (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION; Dosage of Impaired Renal Function and OVERDOSAGE). Suicide Attempts Suicide attempts, some of which have been fatal, have been reported in patients treated with amantadine hydrochloride, many of whom received short courses for influenza treatment or prophylaxis. The incidence of suicide attempts is not known and the pathophysiologic mechanism is not understood. Suicide attempts and suicidal ideation have been reported in patients with and without prior history of psychiatric illness. Amantadine hydrochloride can exacerbate mental problems in pati

Contraindications

Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets are contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to amantadine hydrochloride or to any of the other ingredients in Amantadine Hydrochloride Tablets.

Adverse Reactions

The adverse reactions reported most frequently at the recommended dose of amantadine hydrochloride (5 to 10%) are: nausea, dizziness (lightheadedness), and insomnia. Less frequently (1 to 5%) reported adverse reactions are: depression, anxiety and irritability, hallucinations, confusion, anorexia, dry mouth, constipation, ataxia, livedo reticularis, peripheral edema, orthostatic hypotension, headache, somnolence, nervousness, dream abnormality, agitation, dry nose, diarrhea and fatigue. Infrequently (0.1 to 1%) occurring adverse reactions are: congestive heart failure, psychosis, urinary retention, dyspnea, skin rash, vomiting, weakness, slurred speech, euphoria, thinking abnormality, amnesia, hyperkinesia, hypertension, decreased libido, and visual disturbance, including punctate subepithelial or other corneal opacity, corneal edema, decreased visual acuity, sensitivity to light, and optic nerve palsy. Rare (less than 0.1%) occurring adverse reactions are: instances of convulsion, leukopenia, neutropenia, eczematoid dermatitis, oculogyric episodes, suicidal attempt, suicide, and suicidal ideation (see WARNINGS). Other adverse reactions reported during postmarketing experience with

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Amantadine HCl used for?

Amantadine HCl contains AMANTADINE HYDROCHLORIDE. It is a capsule, liquid filled taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is Amantadine HCl a controlled substance?

Amantadine HCl is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Amantadine HCl?

The generic name for Amantadine HCl is AMANTADINE HYDROCHLORIDE. There are 10 other brand versions of AMANTADINE HYDROCHLORIDE.

What is the NDC code for Amantadine HCl 100 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Amantadine HCl 100 mg/1 is 50268-069, listed by AvPAK.