Amantadine User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)
Brand names: Gocovri, Osmolex ER
Amantadine has an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 from a total of 48 reviews on Drugs.com. 61% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 22% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Amantadine
- RLN
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- October 11, 2022
For Fatigue "I been on amantadine 2 times a day for 5 years. In the last year I started getting pain in my right shoulder and left side after I take the amantadine. I have had all kind of test ran and everything is normal. I am in the process of tapering off the medication. Hopefully the symptoms will stop when I am completely off the medication. Wonder if anyone else has experienced this?"
- LNC
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- July 9, 2023
For Fatigue "I have Long-COVID and was placed on Amantadine by my Neuro-Ophthalmologist for the crippling fatigue and situational depression. It took a month to start feeling less fatigue. After 6 months, I have started to be much improved. Able to resume Activities of Daily Living and started to enjoy my life again."
Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between Osmolex ER and Gocovri?
- What is Gocovri used to treat?
- Why should you not discontinue amantadine?
- How long does it take for amantadine to start working?
- D Wri...
- November 2, 2011
For Extrapyramidal Reaction "My son was given Abilify which caused tarkive dyskinesia. He was then given amantadine for the movements. It seems to be working well but he is now having other problems; peeling on his hands intermittent redness and rashes."
- Bobby
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- December 31, 2022
Gocovri (amantadine) for Parkinson's Disease "Gorcovi seemed to be better at controlling dyskinesia than Amantadine. There was less abdominal cramping in the morning. I was taking the 68.5 mg capsule which is the lowest dose before bedtime. However Gorcovi is very expensive. My co-pay was close to $450 per month. I felt the difference in comparing the two medications' ability to control the dyskinesia was not sufficient enough to warrant the excessive cost of Gorcovi."
Are you taking this medicine?
- TBI...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 23, 2023
For Head Injury "Have noticed that amantadine really affects my sleep. I can’t stay asleep for long and want to be up and doing something. It does seem to have helped the brain fog a bit and made me more alert. I don’t like the sleeping issue or the fact you need to wean off it if you have been taking this for a long period of time."
- SuzG
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- December 7, 2023
Gocovri (amantadine) for Parkinson's Disease "Gocovri has reduced the length of time of my dyskinesia and reduced the severity as well. I am forced to go off of it due to the cost. Seems like the cost could be reduced to have more users. I can't afford $900 per month and then the donut hole! Back to Amantadine IR."
More FAQ
- Why was amantadine discontinued for flu?
- What symptoms does amantadine treat?
- What is Gocovri (amantadine) and how does it work?
- Sj93
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- January 29, 2024
For Extrapyramidal Reaction "I take an antipsychotic and had Parkinson's-like symptoms from that. The doctor put me on amantadine, and it seemed to help a little bit at first, but now I'm on a very high dose and I'm still having those symptoms. The one good thing I will say about this medication is that it didn't give me any side effects."
- Denali
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- June 9, 2021
For ADHD "I started taking this to treat extrapyramidal side effects caused by Latuda but it ended up also treating my ADHD. I have gone off Adderall completely."
- Lingi...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 16, 2017
For Fatigue "I have been on Amantadine for 2 weeks now for MS fatigue. Had absolutely no change in my symptoms, and I certainly have not had insomnia which I was warned about. Quite the opposite,"
- alynno
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- February 10, 2017
For Fatigue "Can't tell if it really helped my MS fatigue or not, since I'm still exhausted."
- neuro...
- July 13, 2008
For Parkinson's Disease "Amantadine produced immediate positive results in me, specifically in my ability to move, increased facial expression, and sense of well being."
- DLedge
- August 8, 2009
For Multiple Sclerosis "I've had Multiple Sclerosis for ten years and I'm 31 years old. I've been taking this for about 8 months and have noticed good improvements in my concentration and alertness since taken it."
- Magic...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 16, 2014
For Parkinson's Disease "I have to say I noticed the wiggles disappeared after the first dose - I hope this continues to work. I did get a brief dizzy spell after the second dose but it quickly passed."
- Anonymous
- September 30, 2015
For Head Injury "Improved cognitive function....less confusion"
- Anonymous
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- October 10, 2021
For ADHD "This medication has been life changing for my ADHD son. It greatly decreased his hyperactivity and impulsivity."
- Anonymous
- April 9, 2008
For Parkinson's Disease "Stops the "wiggles" associated with Parkinson's."
- MinkF...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- July 1, 2016
For Parkinson's Disease "My first dose was perfection, but it soon stopped working. Dr. upped the ante...2 to 3 pills a day, but I'm not reaching that 1st dose perfection. =( I'll give it more time."
- cherr...
- August 8, 2009
For Multiple Sclerosis "I was given this medicine to take for fatigue and it only slowed me down, got dry mouth, and a bit of confusion. I will stop this and contact the doctor."
- parki...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- May 31, 2016
For Parkinson's Disease "Works better for stiffness and rigidity than tremors. I do see some minor leg swelling bu the benefits far outweigh any side effects."
- Nonie
- November 23, 2020
For Parkinson's Disease "Hair loss and halucinations"
- Emmaann
- March 14, 2009
For Multiple Sclerosis "I was given this for my chronic fatigue at the time only associated with Multiple Sclerosis. It didn't work. I didn't get a cold or the flu during that time though :)"
- Helpful...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- October 24, 2020
For Parkinson's Disease "Works to stop Dyskinesia caused by senement/dopamine pills"
- Freec...
- November 26, 2013
For ADHD "Caused tiredness and constipation."
- Anonymous
- March 9, 2021
For ADHD "It has not had any positive effect"
Reviews may be edited to correct grammar/spelling or to remove inappropriate language and content. Reviews that appear to be created by parties with a vested interest are not published. This information is not intended to endorse any particular medication. While these reviews may be helpful, they are not a substitute for the expertise, knowledge, and judgement of healthcare professionals.
More about amantadine
- Check interactions
- Compare alternatives
- Pricing & coupons
- Reviews (52)
- Drug images
- Side effects
- Dosage information
- Patient tips
- During pregnancy
- Support group
- Drug class: adamantane antivirals
- Breastfeeding
- En español
Patient resources
- Amantadine drug information
- Amantadine Extended-Release Tablets
- Amantadine Extended-Release Capsules
Other brands
Gocovri, Symmetrel, Osmolex ER
Professional resources
- Amantadine (Antiviral) monograph
- Amantadine (FDA)
- Amantadine Oral Solution USP (FDA)
- Amantadine Syrup (FDA)
- Amantadine Tablets (FDA)
For Head Injury "I have a head injury and with any cognitive task I would get blurred vision, headaches, fatigue, fog. After about two weeks on amantadine those symptoms have let up a lot when I do cognitive tasks. Hasn’t helped cognition a bit. But the neuro fatigue it has."