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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Cardiology
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Amantadine hydrochloride is frequently prescribed but has a narrow therapeutic index.
  • Amantadine toxicity can affect cardiovascular, central nervous, and respiratory systems due to anticholinergic effects.