Dementa 5mg Tablet

Last Updated: March 30th, 2026

Dementa 5mg Tablet is a product of Einzig Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd

Composition: Memantine (5mg)

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All Details About Dementa 5mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Dementa 5mg Tablet

Description:

Dementa 5mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. It helps to slow down the progression of moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease by improving memory and thinking. This medicine works by blocking a chemical messenger involved in the transmission of nerve signals.

Dementa 5mg Tablet maybe taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. If you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor.

The most common side effects of this medicine are dizziness, headache, drowsiness, and constipation. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Earlier taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you have a history of seizures, kidney disease, heart disease, or liver disease. Let your doctor also know if you are taking any other medicines for any medical conditions. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking this medicine.

Uses:

Alzheimer's disease

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dementa 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Dementa

Dizziness
Constipation
Headache
High blood pressure
Breathing problems
Drowsiness

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dementa 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Dementa 5mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Dementa 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Dementa 5mg Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Dementa 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Dementa 5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
In severe liver impairment, it should not be given.

FAQs:

Does Dementa 5mg Tablet have abuse potential?

No, Dementa 5mg Tablet does not have abuse potential. On the contrary, it may prevent excess use of addictive drugs such as morphine or ethanol.

When and how Dementa 5mg Tablet should be taken?

Dementa 5mg Tablet should be taken orally once a day. To benefit from your medicine you should take it regularly every day at the same time of the day. The tablets should be swallowed with some water. The tablets can be taken with or without food.

How long does it take for Dementa 5mg Tablet to start working?

For Dementa 5mg Tablet to start working and show its full benefits, it may require between 3 and 8 hours. The doctor may require a follow-up clinical assessment to check the progress after 4 weeks and then 6 months after the first assessment.

What are the symptoms of overdosage of Dementa 5mg Tablet?

The symptoms which can be observed due to an overdose of Dementa 5mg Tablet include tiredness, weakness, drowsiness, confusion, hallucinations, and/or vomiting. Some may also experience diarrhea, vertigo, agitation, aggression, and walking difficulty.

How does Dementa 5mg Tablet affect a person with dementia?

Dementa 5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called N-methyl-D- aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonists. It works by decreasing abnormal activity in the brain. Dementa 5mg Tablet may improve the ability to think and remember. It may also reduce the deterioration of these abilities in people who have Alzheimer's disease. However, with time the effectiveness of this medicine will reduce and it may not be able to cure Alzheimer's disease or prevent the loss of these abilities.

What is dementia?

Dementia is a syndrome in which there is deterioration in memory, thinking, behavior, and the ability to perform everyday activities. Dementia is one of the major causes of disability and dependency among older people worldwide. Alzheimer disease is the most common form of dementia which contributes to around 60 to 70% of cases.

Can I just stop taking Dementa 5mg Tablet?

No, Dementa 5mg Tablet should not be stopped even if you feel well. This medicine only helps to control the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease but does not cure it. If you need to stop the medication then doctor should be consulted first.

Does Dementa 5mg Tablet make you sleepy?

Affirmative, Dementa 5mg Tablet may make you sleepy. Dementa 5mg Tablet has minor to moderate influence on the ability to drive and usage of machines. In such cases, outpatients should be warned to take special care.

Can Dementa 5mg Tablet be combined with donepezil?

Affirmative, Dementa 5mg Tablet can be combined with donepezil, as there will be no increased adverse effects. However, this combination will not cure Alzheimer's, but it can only improve thinking ability, short term memory, and other related symptoms.

What medicines should I avoid while taking Dementa 5mg Tablet?

Dementa 5mg Tablet can interact with several medicines. Taking other medicines along with Dementa 5mg Tablet can either make Dementa 5mg Tablet less effective or increase its side effect. Do not take any medicine without talking to your doctor.

Does Dementa 5mg Tablet have any interaction with cardiac medicines?

Affirmative, Dementa 5mg Tablet may interfere with the working of hydrochlorothiazide (HCT). It decreases the levels of HCT which will reduce the effectiveness of HCT. Also, procainamide and quinidine may increase levels of Dementa 5mg Tablet which may cause increased toxicity.

Can I stop taking Dementa 5mg Tablet if I feel better?

No, keep using Dementa 5mg Tablet as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Dementa 5mg Tablet can bring back your symptoms of dementia.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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