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Donepezil Medication Information
Get detailed information on Donepezil, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Donepezil provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Donepezil Pronunciation : doe nep e zil ICD Code : Y51.8 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Alzheimer's AgentsTrade Names/Brand Names of Donepezil
India :
NEPZIL-10 |
Donaz (10 mg) |
Dorent (10 mg) |
Aricep (5mg) |
Alzil (10 mg) |
Alzil |
Dopezil |
Donecept 10 |
Donasure (5 mg) |
Aricep
International :
Aricept, Aricept ODT
Why is Donepezil Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a cholinesterase inhibitor, prescribed for dementia of Alzheimer's disease. It works by increasing the amount of acetylcholine in the brain, which helps in improving mental function.When should Donepezil not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Donepezil?
Adult: PO- Initial: 5 mg/day in the evening, up to 10 mg/day after 4-6 week.How should Donepezil be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.What are the warnings and precautions for Donepezil?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, stomach problems, liver or kidney disease, breathing problems, urinary obstruction, brain tumor, head injury, seizures, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or fainting, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• It should not be used in children.
What are the side effects of Donepezil?
Most frequent - Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, muscle cramps, fatigue and loss of appetite.Body as a Whole - Headache, generalized pain and fatigue.
Heart - Fainting.
Blood - Bruising.
Metabolic - Decreased weight.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle cramps and joint inflammation.
Central Nervous System - Sleeplessness, dizziness, depression, abnormal dreams and drowsiness.
Genitourinary - Frequent urination.
