Galantamine 12 mg/1
galantamine · TABLET, FILM COATED · Golden State Medical Supply, Inc.
Galantamine is a tablet, film coated containing galantamine at 12 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by Golden State Medical Supply, Inc..
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- Galantamine
- Generic Name
- galantamine
- NDC Code (Product)
51407-908- Manufacturer
- Golden State Medical Supply, Inc.
- Strength
- 12 mg/1
- Dosage Form
- TABLET, FILM COATED
- Route
- ORAL
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- ANDA077604
- Marketing Start
- 02/06/2009
Recall History
Aidapak Services, LLC
Labeling: Label Mixup; GALANTAMINE HBr ER, Capsule, 8 mg may be potentially mislabeled as FAMOTIDINE, Tablet, 20 mg, NDC 16714036104, Pedigree: W003508, EXP: 6/21/2014.
Aidapak Services, LLC
Labeling: Label Mixup; GALANTAMINE HBR ER, Capsule, 24 mg may be potentially mislabeled as ESCITALOPRAM, Tablet, 5 mg, NDC 00093585001, Pedigree: W003733, EXP: 6/26/2014.
Side Effects Reported to FDA
FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects
Full Prescribing Information
Indications & Usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Galantamine hydrobromide extended-release capsules are indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate dementia of the Alzheimer's type. Galantamine hydrobromide is a cholinesterase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate dementia of the Alzheimer’s type ( 1 )
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended starting dosage is 8 mg/day in morning; increase to initial maintenance dose of 16 mg/day after a minimum of 4 weeks. Based on clinical benefit and tolerability, dosage may be increased to 24 mg/day after a minimum of 4 weeks at 16 mg/day. ( 2.1 ) Take with food; ensure adequate fluid intake during treatment ( 2.1 ) Hepatic impairment: should not exceed 16 mg/day for moderate hepatic impairment; do not use in patients with severe hepatic impairment ( 2.2 ) Renal impairment: should not exceed 16 mg/day for creatinine clearance 9 to 59 mL/min; do not use in patients with creatinine clearance less than 9 mL/min. ( 2.3 ) Conversion from galantamine tablets to galantamine hydrobromide extended-release capsules should occur at the same daily dosage with the last dose of galantamine tablets taken in evening and starting galantamine hydrobromide extended-release capsules once daily treatment the next morning. (2.5) 2.1 Recommended Dosage and Administration Administer galantamine hydrobromide extended-release capsules once daily in the morning, preferably with food. Ensure adequate fluid intake during treatment. The recommended starting dosage of gala…
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Galantamine hydrobromide extended-release capsules are contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to galantamine hydrobromide or to any excipients used in the formulation. Known hypersensitivity to galantamine hydrobromide or any excipients ( 4 )
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Potential to interfere with the activity of anticholinergic medications ( 7.1 ) Synergistic effect expected when given concurrently with succinylcholine, other cholinesterase inhibitors, similar neuromuscular blocking agents, or cholinergic agonists ( 7.2 ) 7.1 Use with Anticholinergics Galantamine has the potential to interfere with the activity of anticholinergic medications [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . 7.2 Use with Cholinomimetics and Other Cholinesterase Inhibitors A synergistic effect is expected when cholinesterase inhibitors are given concurrently with succinylcholine, other cholinesterase inhibitors, similar neuromuscular blocking agents or cholinergic agonists such as bethanechol [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] .
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Serious adverse reactions are discussed in more detail in the following sections of the labeling: Serious Skin Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Cardiovascular Conditions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Gastrointestinal Conditions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Genitourinary Conditions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Neurological Conditions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Pulmonary Conditions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] Deaths in Patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] The most common adverse reactions (≥5%) were nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, and decreased appetite ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. at 1-800-818-4555 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The most common adverse reactions …
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galantamine used for?
Galantamine contains galantamine. It is a tablet, film coated taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.
Is Galantamine a controlled substance?
Galantamine is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for Galantamine?
The generic name for Galantamine is galantamine. There are 3 other brand versions of galantamine.
What is the NDC code for Galantamine 12 mg/1?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for Galantamine 12 mg/1 is 51407-908, listed by Golden State Medical Supply, Inc..