Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Memantine as follows: Memantine can induce some nausea and vomiting, when taken on empty stomach. Taking the medication with a glass of water and some food or snack can help avoid these unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms. The inactive metabolites of Memantine along with the significant unmetabolized portion of the parent drug are excreted in the urine. Individuals with compromised renal function cannot excrete these compounds normally, [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Memantine as follows: Memantine is partially metabolized in the liver, mostly to inactive metabolites. If liver function is deficient, the metabolism of Memantine could be compromised. This can lead to increased blood levels of the medication for longer periods of time, resulting in increased risk for side-effects and consequent toxicity. So, in individuals with history of compromised liver function, Memantine must be used with caution and possible dose [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Memantine as follows: Memantine carries the risk of causing rapid heart rate and elevated blood pressure. Individuals can present with symptoms of poorly controlled blood pressure, such as, episodes of headache, nose bleeds, blurred vision, complaint of chest pain, pounding sensation in the neck and ears, and confusion. Individuals with history of poorly controlled blood pressure can also be at risk for stroke, secondary to elevated blood pressure [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Memantine as follows: Do not take Memantine, if you ever manifested any allergic response to intake of Memantine. Discuss your history of allergic response to this medication with your physician, without fail. In the event of any current manifestations of any allergic response with this medication, report it to your physician or other health care personnel immediately, to check regarding your safety with continuing on intake of this [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Memantine as follows: Central nervous system side-effects Memantine use can result in depression of the central nervous system and lead to episodes of confusion, hallucinations, dizziness, and light-headedness. Starting the medication at a low dose, watching for the response, and gradually changing the dose, to help optimum control of your symptoms, can contribute to controlling/reducing the risk for drowsiness and dizziness due to the medication Memantine use, [...]