Before taking this medicine

You should not use amantadine if you are allergic to it, or if:

• you suffer from severe kidney disease; or
• within the last 14 days, you received a "live" nasal flu vaccine (FluMist).

Let your doctor know if you've ever had any of the following to ensure that amantadine is safe for you:

• kidney disease;
• daytime drowsiness (caused by a sleep disorder or taking certain medicines);
• congestive heart failure;
• eczema;
• glaucoma;
• liver disease;
• a seizure;
• low blood pressure, fainting spells;
• alcoholism or drug addiction; or
• mental illness, psychosis, or suicidal thoughts or actions.

Skin cancer may be more common in people with Parkinson's disease (melanoma). Consult your doctor about this risk and the skin symptoms to look out for.

It is not known whether amantadine will harm an unborn baby. If you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant, inform your doctor.

You should not breastfeed if you are taking this medication.

Amantadine is not approved for the treatment of influenza in children under the age of one year. Gocovri is not intended for use by anyone under the age of 18.