Flumadine
Generic name:rimantadine [ ri-MAN-ta-deen ]
Drug class:Adamantane antivirals
What is Flumadine?
Flumadine is an antiviral medicine used to treat or prevent influenza A in people who are at least 17 years old. This medicine is also used to prevent influenza A in children ages 1 to 16 years old.
Flumadine may not be effective during every flu season because certain strains of the virus may be resistant to Flumadine. This medicine should not be used in place of getting a yearly flu shot. The Centers for Disease Control recommends an annual flu shot to help protect you each year from new strains of influenza virus.
Flumadine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not receive a nasal flu vaccine while taking Flumadine, and for at least 48 hours after your last dose.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Flumadine if you are allergic to Flumadine or a similar medicine called amantadine.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
a seizure; or
liver or kidney disease.
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
You should not breastfeed while using this medicine.
How should I take Flumadine?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Start taking Flumadine within 24 to 48 hours after flu symptoms begin. Keep taking this medicine for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.
Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Tell your doctor if the person taking this medicine has trouble swallowing the Flumadine tablet.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Skip the missed dose and use your next dose at the regular time. Do not use two doses at one time.
