Razadyne is a prescription drug that is approved for treating mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. This eMedTV page describes the various forms of Razadyne, explains how the drug works, and lists possible side effects that may occur with treatment.
Headaches, dizziness, and nausea are some of the most commonly reported Razadyne side effects. As this eMedTV segment explains, while most side effects are mild, some require immediate medical attention, such as fainting or uncontrollable twitches.
Razadyne is used for treating mild to moderate dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease. This page from the eMedTV archives describes the effects of this medication, explains how it works, and discusses common off-label Razadyne uses.
The usual starting Razadyne dosage for short-acting tablets and oral solution is 4 mg twice daily. This eMedTV article also offers dosing recommendations for long-acting Razadyne and includes precautions and tips for taking the medication.
Ketoconazole, paroxetine, and NSAIDs are some of the medicines that may interact with Razadyne. This eMedTV Web page lists other medications that can cause Razadyne drug interactions and explains what may happen when these drugs are taken together.
Heart problems may occur in some people using Razadyne. Warnings and precautions for the drug, as this eMedTV page explains, should be discussed with your doctor ahead of time. This article lists other possible problems that may occur with Razadyne.
Slow heart rate, muscle weakness, and nausea or vomiting are reported symptoms of a Razadyne overdose. This eMedTV resource describes other possible signs of an overdose and lists the various treatment options that are available.
It is not known whether Razadyne is safe for use in pregnant women. This section of the eMedTV library offers more information on Razadyne and pregnancy, and explains whether problems occurred when the drug was given to pregnant animals.
It is currently not known whether Razadyne is safe for breastfeeding women. As this eMedTV article explains, since no studies have been conducted on Razadyne and breastfeeding, it is not known whether the drug passes through breast milk.
Razadyne is not yet available in generic form. This eMedTV article explains when generic Razadyne products could become available and discusses the potential dangers of buying so-called "generic Razadyne" before an approved version is available.
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