When is the best time to take Aricep (5mg)?

Aricep (5mg) is usually taken once daily, with or without food , in the evening before going to bed. Aricep (5mg) should be taken every day at the same time.

Does Aricep (5mg) cause weight loss?

The most common adverse effects of Aricep (5mg) are the gastrointestinal side effects that can cause loss of appetite and weight loss . It can cause weight loss in 5% of patients. The incidence rises with increasing doses.

Does Aricep (5mg) cause gastric problems?

Aricep (5mg) may cause an increase in gastric acid secretion . Aricep (5mg) should be used with caution in patients at risk of developing ulcer disease, and GI bleeding symptoms must be monitored.

Who should not take Aricep (5mg)?

Patients with known hypersensitivity to Aricep (5mg) hydrochloride or piperidine derivatives should not take Aricep (5mg).

What happens if Aricep (5mg) is taken more than the recommended dose?

Aricep (5mg) overdose can cause severe nausea, vomiting, sweating, and salivation. Bradycardia, hypotension, respiratory depression, collapse, muscle weakness, and seizures are all possible side effects.

Drug Price - Aricep (5mg) - 10 Tablet (Donepezil)

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Aricep (5mg) (Donepezil) Drug Price and Information

Information Checked by - Dr. M. Sree Mohana Preetha, Pharm D

Further Checked by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Pharm D

Last Updated on August 08, 2019

Donepezil (Aricep (5mg)) 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.

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Aricep (5mg) - Eisai Pharmaceuticals India Pvt. Ltd.

Aricep (5mg) Tablet

Generic : Donepezil

₹ 153

5mg

Price Updated on August 08, 2019

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When is Aricep (5mg) prescribed?

It is prescribed for -

⇨ Alzheimers Disease

⇨ Dementia

⇨ Delirium

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Published on Jan 31, 2017
Last Updated on August 08, 2019