Amantadine Hydrochloride USP For Compounding (API) (Rx)

Amantadine Hydrochloride, also known as 1-adamantanamine hydrochloride, is an antiviral and anti-Parkinson's medication. It is a synthetic compound and a derivative of adamantane, a type of cyclic hydrocarbon. It is used to treat and prevent the flu caused by influenza A viruses and is also used as an adjunct therapy in the management of Parkinson's disease. Amantadine Hydrochloride works by inhibiting the replication of the virus and by blocking the action of dopamine, a neurotransmitter involved in movement and control of muscle tone. It is available in tablet, capsule, and liquid forms and is primarily prescribed by healthcare professionals for short-term use.

Amantadine hydrochloride is a medication that is primarily used to treat and prevent influenza A (both the common flu and the avian flu). It is also used to treat Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. It may be used in compounding pharmacies to create customized formulations for patients who cannot tolerate commercially available forms, or for those with specific needs that cannot be met by standard formulations.