NMDA Receptor Antagonists

MEMANTINE treats memory loss and confusion (dementia) in people who have Alzheimer disease. It works by improving attention, memory, and the ability to engage in daily activities. It is not a cure for dementia or Alzheimer disease.

AMANTADINE prevents and treats infections caused by the flu virus (influenza). It works by slowing the spread of the flu virus in your body and reducing how long your symptoms last. It will not treat colds or infections caused by bacteria or other viruses. It will not replace the annual flu vaccine. It may also be used to treat movement disorders, including those caused by Parkinson disease and some medications. It works by balancing substances in your brain that help manage body movements and coordination. This reduces symptoms, such as body stiffness and tremors.

Ketamine is an anesthetic. It is used to produce sleep before and during surgery.

MEMANTINE treats memory loss and confusion (dementia) in people who have Alzheimer disease. It works by improving attention, memory, and the ability to engage in daily activities. It is not a cure for dementia or Alzheimer disease.

AMANTADINE treats movement disorders, including those caused by Parkinson disease and some medications. It works by balancing substances in your brain that help manage body movements and coordination. This reduces symptoms, such as body stiffness and tremors.

ESKETAMINE treats depression. It is prescribed when other antidepressant medications have not worked.

GOCOVRI is indicated for the treatment of dyskinesia in patients with Parkinson’s disease who are treated with levodopa therapy or levodopa therapy with other medicines that increase the effects of dopamine in the brain. GOCOVRI is also used with levodopa and carbidopa in people with Parkinson's disease who are having "off" episodes. It is not known if GOCOVRI is safe and effective in children. This drug is more popular than comparable drugs. There are currently no generic alternatives to Gocovri. It is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans.