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(also known as Amantadine)
Amantadine is an antiviral. It is used to prevent or treat certain influenza (flu) infections (type A). It may be given alone or along with flu shots. Amantadine will not work for colds, other types of flu, or other virus infections.
Amantadine also is an antidyskinetic. It is used to treat Parkinson's disease... continue
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Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Multiple Sclerosis (MS) | 87 |
64% |
| Parkinson's Disease | 42 |
90% |
| Chronic Fatigue Syndrome | 2 |
100% |
| Bipolar Disorder | 1 |
100% |
Overall, 72% (138
Members)
find Symmetrel helpful
Symmetrel Reviews
Somewhat Helpful
Another pill on the shelf.
Somewhat Helpful
Given this for fatigue. Sometimes I think it helps; sometimes not.
Too Soon To Tell
Just started taking.
Too Soon To Tell
same as above
Too Soon To Tell
Just got my prescription. We'll see what happens.
Too Soon To Tell
Trying this for PD and Dystonia.
Too Soon To Tell
Have been taking since 3/28. Little effect on tremor till just recently; a few hours stopped tremor 1-2 days/wk for 3-4 hrs.
Considering
This one sounds familiar. Is it a Flu med??
Not Working
Felt sick and dizzy
Not Working
take on shot night
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Amantadine/Symmetrel Question
I had similar issues with amantidine. It actually made me more fatigued. It seemed like a good choice, cheap no bad side effects. Provigil works fo... [More] -
Amantadine/Symmetrel Question
Sorry to hear of your experiences. Dealing with fatigue is difficult enough without also having difficulty locating the correct meds. 2 quick sugges... [More] -
Amantadine/Symmetrel Question
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Amantadine/Symmetrel Question
I have taken Amantadine before. My doctor said it takes a few days for the medication to kick in. It never did anything for me. I understand about b... [More] -
Amantadine/Symmetrel Question
Does anyone have any experience with Amantadine? I started taking it a few days ago for fatigue and I'm wondering how long it should take to show som... [More]
