Brand name: Reminyl
Reminyl is a medicine containing the active ingredient(s) galantamine. On this page you will find out more about Reminyl, including side effects, age restrictions, food interactions and whether the medicine is subsidised by the government on the pharmaceutical benefits scheme (PBS)
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Active ingredient in this medicine: galantamine
Pack size information
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Information for medicine and pack size:
Reminyl 16 mg modified release capsule, 28
Consumer Medicine Information leaflet:
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What this medicine is for
Indicated for the treatment of mild to moderately severe dementia of the Alzheimer type.
Table of characteristics
| Active ingredient | |
|---|---|
| Visual appearance |
Opaque, pink, size 2 capsule imprinted with 'G16'
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| Dosage Form | Capsule, modified release |
| Route of administration | Oral |
| Medicine schedule |
28 capsules: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
56 capsules: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
84 capsules: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
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There is one type of pack available.
Pack type 1
| Type | Blister Pack |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature | Store below 30 degrees Celsius |
| Storage conditions | No information available |
| Life time | 2 Years |
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on 1 May 2018
The PBS provides a list of government subsidised medicines available to be dispensed to patients. Further information can be found on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme website.
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