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Is Amantadine Safe To Be Used For Legionella?
I have been diagnosed with Legionella, and have been through to regimens of antibiotics, and still have the bacteria in my blood, and filling negative consequences/symptoms from same.Symptoms of my most concern is that I am totally drained of energy, I know I am not well, I can feel it. I was prescribed amantadine, and when I read it was used for Parkinson s; with some of the contraindications, having serious consequences, I was concerned [if not somewhat freaked]; do you have any knowledge of utilizing amantadine, to combat the Legionella bacteria?
Thu, 11 Jan 2018
Hi
Amantadine is safe to be used for Legionella.
Amantadine is an antiviral medicine that blocks the actions of viruses in your body.
Amantadine is used to treat or prevent influenza A in adults and children. Amantadine may not be effective during every flu season because certain strains of the virus may be resistant to this medicine. Amantadine 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.
Amantadine is also used to treat Parkinson's disease and "Parkinson-like" symptoms such as stiffness or tremors, shaking, and repetitive uncontrolled muscle movements that may be caused by the use of certain drugs.
You should not use amantadine if you are allergic to it, or if you have received a "live" nasal flu vaccine (FluMist) within the past 14 days.
To make sure amantadine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
daytime drowsiness (caused by a sleep disorder or taking certain medicines);
a seizure;
fluid retention, congestive heart failure;
liver or kidney disease;
low blood pressure, fainting spells;
eczema;
glaucoma;
alcoholism or drug addiction; or
mental illness, psychosis, or suicidal thoughts or actions.
The side effects are
extreme drowsiness, falling asleep suddenly even after feeling alert;
a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
shortness of breath (even with mild exertion), swelling in your hands or feet;
painful or difficult urination;
depression, agitation, aggression, behavior changes, hallucinations, thoughts of hurting yourself;
a seizure; or
severe nervous system reaction--very stiff (rigid) muscles, high fever, sweating, confusion, fast or uneven heartbeats, tremors.
You may have increased sexual urges, unusual urges to gamble, or other intense urges while taking this medicine. Talk with your doctor if this occurs.
Side effects may be more likely in older adults.
Common side effects may include:
dizziness, falls;
dry mouth;
swelling in your legs or feet;
These side effects can be managed symptomatically.
Regards
DR DE
Amantadine is safe to be used for Legionella.
Amantadine is an antiviral medicine that blocks the actions of viruses in your body.
Amantadine is used to treat or prevent influenza A in adults and children. Amantadine may not be effective during every flu season because certain strains of the virus may be resistant to this medicine. Amantadine 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.
Amantadine is also used to treat Parkinson's disease and "Parkinson-like" symptoms such as stiffness or tremors, shaking, and repetitive uncontrolled muscle movements that may be caused by the use of certain drugs.
You should not use amantadine if you are allergic to it, or if you have received a "live" nasal flu vaccine (FluMist) within the past 14 days.
To make sure amantadine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
daytime drowsiness (caused by a sleep disorder or taking certain medicines);
a seizure;
fluid retention, congestive heart failure;
liver or kidney disease;
low blood pressure, fainting spells;
eczema;
glaucoma;
alcoholism or drug addiction; or
mental illness, psychosis, or suicidal thoughts or actions.
The side effects are
extreme drowsiness, falling asleep suddenly even after feeling alert;
a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
shortness of breath (even with mild exertion), swelling in your hands or feet;
painful or difficult urination;
depression, agitation, aggression, behavior changes, hallucinations, thoughts of hurting yourself;
a seizure; or
severe nervous system reaction--very stiff (rigid) muscles, high fever, sweating, confusion, fast or uneven heartbeats, tremors.
You may have increased sexual urges, unusual urges to gamble, or other intense urges while taking this medicine. Talk with your doctor if this occurs.
Side effects may be more likely in older adults.
Common side effects may include:
dizziness, falls;
dry mouth;
swelling in your legs or feet;
These side effects can be managed symptomatically.
Regards
DR DE
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