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Galantamine is an alkaloid that acts as an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor and improves cholinergic neurotransmission. It is primarily used for the treatment of cognitive impairments in Alzheimer's disease. Additionally, it modulates nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, which may promote neuroprotective effects. The substance has a moderate risk profile, particularly in cases of overdose or interactions.

Acetylcholinesterase-Hemmer

Mechanism of Action

  • Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor
  • Nicotinic receptor modulator
Detailed mechanism of action

Names / Identifiers

IUPAC: Galantamine

galanthamine
Galantamine
357-70-0
(-)-Galanthamine
Lycoremine
Galantamina
(-)-Galantamine
Galanthaminum
Galantaminum
NSC-100058

Effects

Verbesserung der kognitiven Funktion
Erhöhung der Wachsamkeit
Neuroprotektion
Steigerung der Gedächtnisleistung
Minderung von Alzheimer-Symptomen

Effects described from scientific sources. Individual experiences vary.

Dosage

Safety NoteIndividual variation, start at a low dose, no medical advice.

Individual sensitivity varies. Not a dosage recommendation.

Duration

Peak2-4 hours
NotesEffects may vary depending on dosage and individual sensitivity.
Onset1-2 hours
Total6-8 hours
After EffectsVariable, may last for several hours.

Risks & Warnings

Warnings

  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • Severe liver or kidney diseases.

Known Risks

  • medium
  • Mögliche Nebenwirkungen umfassen Übelkeit, Schwindel und Schlafstörungen.

Safer Use

  • Start at a low dose.
  • Be aware of interactions with other medications.

Harm reduction tips do not replace medical advice.

Known Interactions

  • May interact with other cholinergic medications.
  • Caution when taken concurrently with anticholinergics.

This list is not exhaustive. Interactions can have unpredictable effects.

Legal Status

ATVerschreibungspflichtig
CHVerschreibungspflichtig
DEVerschreibungspflichtig
USVerschreibungspflichtig
NotesGalantamin ist in vielen Ländern als Medikament zugelassen, jedoch nur auf Rezept erhältlich.

Not legal advice. Status may change.