Purpose
Donepezil treats dementia in patients with Alzheimer’s disease. Dementia is a brain disorder that causes memory loss and reduced brain function. Donepezil helps manage the symptoms of dementia.
Uses
Donepezil does not cure Alzheimer’s disease. Rather, it helps control the signs associated with it. Donepezil belongs to a class of medications cholinesterase inhibitors. These work by restoring the balance of natural substances in the brain.
- Improves memory and mental function
- Improves ability to perform daily activities
- Improves ability to communicate
How do you use Donepezil?
Before starting on Donepezil, make sure to inform your doctor of your medical history. It is important to tell them of any conditions you may have. These include heart, kidney, and liver problems. Talk to your doctor to determine if this is the right medication for you.
Donepezil is usually taken once a day before bedtime. Take it with or without food in the stomach. Remember to take this medication exactly as prescribed to you.
Dosage
Donepezil is prescribed in different dosing. Your doctor may increase or decrease your dose over time. They will base the dosage on your medical condition and response to treatment. It is important to take Donepezil exactly as your doctor advised. Do not take less or more of it.
Side effects
What are the side effects to Donepezil? Signs to pay attention to:
- Loss of appetite
- Tremors
- Insomnia
- Vomiting and nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Joint and muscle pain
- Blurry vision
- Dizziness
- Shortness of breath
- Rashes and itching
- Bleeding
- Bruising
- Irregular heartbeat
- Dark urine
- Yellowing of skin
Storage
Be sure to store this medication at room temperature. Keep this medication out of reach of children. Keep it out of direct contact with any type of moisture and light. Please be sure to keep this medication out of reach of your pets as well. Avoid flushing this medication or pouring this medication into any type of drain. Be sure to follow the instructions that your doctor has provided you to ensure safe disposal of this medication.
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