Amantadine Hydrochloride Suppliers & Bulk Manufacturers

Available Forms: Tablets, Capsules

Available Strengths: 100 mg, 200 mg, 129 mg, 137 mg

Reference Brands: Symmetrel (USA), Gocovri (USA)

Category: Neurology

Product Description:

Amantadine Hydrochloride is an oral medication with dual antiviral and antiparkinsonian activity. It is primarily used to manage motor symptoms and dyskinesia associated with Parkinson’s disease, helping to improve movement control and reduce involuntary muscle movements. While it was originally developed to prevent and treat influenza A virus infections by blocking viral replication and the ability of the virus to infect cells, its use for influenza A is now largely limited due to widespread resistance.

Amantadine works by modulating dopamine release and reuptake in the central nervous system, which alleviates motor deficits in Parkinson’s disease. It is available in immediate-release tablets, extended-release capsules, and oral solution forms to suit different treatment regimens. Commonly marketed under brand names such as Symmetrel and Gocovri, amantadine hydrochloride is prescribed under medical supervision, with careful dose adjustments to optimize efficacy and minimize side effects. The drug offers a well-established therapy option for managing Parkinsonian symptoms, particularly dyskinesia, and remains an important part of neurological care in patients with movement disorders.