Galamer 4 mg is indicated to treat mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia. It is an oral drug given in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. It contains Galantamine Hydrobromide as an active ingredient in it. It increases the amount of acetylcholine in the brain, improving thinking and other cognitive functions. It belongs to the category of cholinesterase inhibitors. Cholinesterase inhibitor stops the destruction of acetylcholine by blocking the activity of the enzyme cholinesterase.

The doctor solely decides the dosage of Galamer after assessing your condition and various factors such as age, gender, and body weight. One cannot fix the dose as it varies from patient to patient. The doctor decides the dose intake. He/she will recommend the best suitable drug. Always take the dose prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor will explain how to take the drug, follow his/her instructions during the entire treatment. The dose may change from time to time to provide benefits. In general, Galantamine Hydrobromide can be taken with or without food once a day. The intake of dosage depends upon your condition. Generally, it is taken twice a day. Always take it as per the prescription. It may take a few weeks for symptoms to improve, so it is important to take it regularly as prescribed by the doctor. You should not discontinue treatment without speaking to a doctor.

If you experience drowsiness, dizziness, headaches, or hypotension as side effects of Galamer 4 mg, then it may not be safe for you to drive or indulge in activities that require you to alert. Also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking medicine as alcohol intensifies drowsiness. Check with your doctor if you have drowsiness that does not resolve. It is best to consult a doctor for recommendations specific to your body and health conditions. Hypersensitivity to Galantamine is a contraindication. If you use other prescription drugs or over the counter formulations simultaneously, the effects of Galantamine may reduce or change. Therefore, it is important to tell your doctor about all the medications you have been using, including vitamins and herbal supplements. This helps your doctor to prevent or manage drug interactions. Let your doctor know specifically about erythromycin, cimetidine, ketoconazole, paroxetine, anticholinergic medications, succinylcholine, and bethanechol.

The side effects of Galamer 4 mg include tremor, headache, seizures, dizziness, hallucination, etc. The most common side effects are nausea and vomiting. The drug may also cause depression, sleepiness, indigestion, fatigue, and abdominal pain. Some users may experience slow heart rate, dizziness, an increase in blood pressure. You may have side effects more often during the initial days of the treatment. However, most of the side effects disappear as your body gets used to the medicine. If they are severe and persist for a longer duration, consult your doctor straight away.