When is the best time to take Donep?

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

Does Donep cause weight loss?

The most common adverse effects of Donep 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 Donep cause gastric problems?

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

Who should not take Donep?

Patients with known hypersensitivity to Donep hydrochloride or piperidine derivatives should not take Donep.

What happens if Donep is taken more than the recommended dose?

Donep 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 - Donep 5mg - 10 Tablets (Donepezil)

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Donep (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 (Donep) 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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Donep - Alkem Laboratories Ltd. (Pentacare)

Donep Tablet

Generic : Donepezil

₹ 100

5mg

10 Tablets

Price Updated on August 08, 2019

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When is Donep prescribed?

It is prescribed for -

⇨ Alzheimers Disease

⇨ Dementia

⇨ Delirium

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Last Updated on August 08, 2019