Donecept 10 Tablet strip of 10 tablets
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Composition Donepezil 10mg
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Donecept 10 Tablet Uses:
Aricep 10 Tablet is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. It should be used in patients with moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease.
Donecept 10 Tablet composition:
Donepezil 10mg
Interactions / Warnings:
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Donecept 10 Tablet
Pregnancy interaction:
Donecept 10 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
- You have been prescribed Donepezil to slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
- It does not cure Alzheimer's but may help with brain function and doing daily activities.
- Take it with or without food, preferably at night before going to bed.
- It may cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking Donepezil.
- Monitor your body weight regularly as both Donepezil and Alzheimer's disease can cause weight loss.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Donepezil affects you.
- Be cautious while taking this medicine if you suffered from peptic ulcer as it may cause vomiting, gastro bleeding, stomach pain, or discomfort.
- Inform your doctor if you develop muscle tremors, especially if you have Parkinson’s disease.
- Inform your doctor if you experience seizures or convulsions while taking this medicine.
Donecept 10 Tablet Side Effects:
Donepezil : Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea
How to use Donecept 10 Tablet :
Donecept 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Donecept 10 Tablet works:
Memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease occurs due to disturbances of signal transmission in the brain. Aricep 10 Tablet is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) involved in transmmission of nerve signals. This improves memory and thinking.
Faq:
Q. Why is Aricep taken at night?
Aricep is recommended to be taken before going to bed to reduce gastrointestinal side effects or nausea, which is commonly seen in some patients in the first few weeks of treatment.
Q. Do the gastrointestinal side effects due to Aricep persist for a long time?
Gastrointestinal side effects may appear during the first few weeks of treatment with Aricep. This can be minimized by taking Aricep at bedtime and with food. Generally, these side effects are mild and disappear within a few weeks with continued treatment.
Q. How long does it take for Aricep to start working?
Within the first month of treatment with Aricep, you may experience improvement in thinking and remembering (cognitive effect). However, it may take about 12 weeks to see the full benefits.
Q. When should Aricep be stopped?
Do not stop Aricep without consulting your doctor. This medicine only helps to control your condition but does not cure it. Therefore, it may take several weeks to show benefits, so do not be discouraged if you do not see an improvement straight away. But, in case your condition starts worsening and you feel that it is no longer helping you, then you should consult a doctor before stopping it.
Q. For how long does Aricep stay in your system?
Aricep gets removed from the body very slowly. It takes about two weeks or more for Aricep to be completely removed from the system.
Q. Does Aricep cause depression?
No, Aricep does not cause depression. If you are experiencing symptoms, then it could be due to existing Alzheimer’s disease.
Q. What if I take more than the prescribed dose of Aricep?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Aricep may cause vomiting, increased sweating or saliva production, slow heartbeat, dizziness, difficulty in breathing, seizures or fits, weakness, and inability to control your bowel motions or passing of urine (incontinence). You should seek immediate help from a doctor or emergency service of a nearby hospital.
Q. I have been taking indomethacin for arthritis. Can I take Aricep?
Aricep does not interfere with the working of indomethacin, but indomethacin individually increases the risk of stomach bleeding when taken for a long time. Therefore, if you experience any symptoms of stomach bleeding, consult your doctor immediately.
Q. Does Aricep cause hallucinations?
Hallucinations are a common side effect of Aricep, though not everyone is affected. Other common psychiatric side effects include agitation, aggressive behavior, nightmares, and abnormal dreams.
Q. Who should not take Aricep?
Aricep should not be taken by patients who have hypersensitivity to Aricep hydrochloride, piperidine derivatives, or to any active ingredients used in the medicine. Also, it should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary.
Q. Can it cause insomnia?
Yes, insomnia (sleeplessness) is a common side effect of Aricep. Dizziness and fainting can also be seen as common side effects. Though these side effects are common, they do not occur in everyone.
Aricep is recommended to be taken before going to bed to reduce gastrointestinal side effects or nausea, which is commonly seen in some patients in the first few weeks of treatment.
Q. Do the gastrointestinal side effects due to Aricep persist for a long time?
Gastrointestinal side effects may appear during the first few weeks of treatment with Aricep. This can be minimized by taking Aricep at bedtime and with food. Generally, these side effects are mild and disappear within a few weeks with continued treatment.
Q. How long does it take for Aricep to start working?
Within the first month of treatment with Aricep, you may experience improvement in thinking and remembering (cognitive effect). However, it may take about 12 weeks to see the full benefits.
Q. When should Aricep be stopped?
Do not stop Aricep without consulting your doctor. This medicine only helps to control your condition but does not cure it. Therefore, it may take several weeks to show benefits, so do not be discouraged if you do not see an improvement straight away. But, in case your condition starts worsening and you feel that it is no longer helping you, then you should consult a doctor before stopping it.
Q. For how long does Aricep stay in your system?
Aricep gets removed from the body very slowly. It takes about two weeks or more for Aricep to be completely removed from the system.
Q. Does Aricep cause depression?
No, Aricep does not cause depression. If you are experiencing symptoms, then it could be due to existing Alzheimer’s disease.
Q. What if I take more than the prescribed dose of Aricep?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Aricep may cause vomiting, increased sweating or saliva production, slow heartbeat, dizziness, difficulty in breathing, seizures or fits, weakness, and inability to control your bowel motions or passing of urine (incontinence). You should seek immediate help from a doctor or emergency service of a nearby hospital.
Q. I have been taking indomethacin for arthritis. Can I take Aricep?
Aricep does not interfere with the working of indomethacin, but indomethacin individually increases the risk of stomach bleeding when taken for a long time. Therefore, if you experience any symptoms of stomach bleeding, consult your doctor immediately.
Q. Does Aricep cause hallucinations?
Hallucinations are a common side effect of Aricep, though not everyone is affected. Other common psychiatric side effects include agitation, aggressive behavior, nightmares, and abnormal dreams.
Q. Who should not take Aricep?
Aricep should not be taken by patients who have hypersensitivity to Aricep hydrochloride, piperidine derivatives, or to any active ingredients used in the medicine. Also, it should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary.
Q. Can it cause insomnia?
Yes, insomnia (sleeplessness) is a common side effect of Aricep. Dizziness and fainting can also be seen as common side effects. Though these side effects are common, they do not occur in everyone.
Medicine disease interaction:
Donecept 10 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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