Rimantadine (Oral Route)

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Epilepsy or seizures, history of—Use with caution. May make these conditions worse.

• Kidney disease, severe or
• Liver disease, severe—Use with caution. The effects of this medicine may be increased because of slower removal from the body.