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memantine immediate-release

Namenda · Immediate-release tablet

YES — generally crushable

Immediate-release memantine tablets do not appear on the ISMP “Do Not Crush” list (only Namenda XR does) and FDA labeling contains no restriction against crushing the IR tablet.

Ask the pharmacist whether the FDA-approved memantine oral solution would be easier than crushing tablets.

SourceFDA labeling (no crush restriction); not on ISMP “Do Not Crush” list (IR form)
Clinical review2026-06-10 · pharmacist-checked

Confirm with your pharmacist before changing how any medication is taken. This page never provides dosing guidance.