Galantamine: A Review Update

Abstract

Galantamine, like nor-belladine, is a benzazepine. Galanthus and other plants of the Amaryllidaceae are the most common sources of it. Galantamine is used to combat the muscle effects of gallamine triethiodide and tubocurarine by acting as a cholinesterase inhibitor. The review reveals the protective effects of galantamine on the functions and integrity of the liver, brain and memory impairment. Various independent studies have shown anti-Alzheimer, antioxidant, antidiabetic and neuroprotective effect of galantamine. The current review highlights current knowledge and the health-promoting effects of a drug known as galantamine. This review summarizes the current state in the pharmacology of galantamine, focusing on its effects on tolerance, dosage, drug interactions and pharmacological studies in animal models. Keywords: Galantamine, Pharmacology, Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor, Neuroprotective, Protective effect.