This medication is used for treatment of dementia (confusion) associated with Alzheimer’s disease. It does not cure the disease but helps improve memory and ability to perform daily tasks.
donepezil
This medicine is taken through the mouth. The dosage is dependent on the age, condition and its severity. This medicine is not recommended for children.
Contradications
neuroleptic malignant syndrome (a reaction characterized by fever, muscle rigidity and confusion), cardiac issues, asthma, stomach or intestinal ulcer, bleeding of the stomach or intestines, blockage of the urinary bladder, rhabdomyolysis (a condition with muscle tissue breakdown), seizures, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (lung disorder)
FAQs
What are the uses of Donepezil?
How to store Donepezil?
Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
What are the precautions for taking Donepezil?
• Heart patients must be cautious • You may feel drowsy after taking this medicine therefore avoid doing work requiring alertness e.g. driving after taking this medicine
Does Donepezil have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if no safer alternate is available. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine. The effects of this medicine in lactating females are unknown.
When should I take Donepezil?
It is recommended to take Donepezil at night, as it may slow down heartbeat and cause fainting.
Does Donepezil improve memory?
Yes, it may help improve memory.
What are the side effects of using this medicine?
You may experience drowsiness, weight loss, and general weakness.
How to use this medicine?
This medicine is mostly taken through the mouth as advised by the doctor. The dosage is dependent on the age, condition and its severity.
Medicines containing donepezil
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