DONZHEIMER 5 Tablet 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Donepezil 5 mg
Manufacturer
PREVEGO HEALTHCARE & RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED (Generics)
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET contains Donepezil which belongs to the group of medicines called Cholinesterase inhibitors. DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET is indicated for the management of mild to moderately severe Alzheimer’s dementia. Alzheimer's disease is a brain disorder that ca
Uses
dementia (a group of symptoms that affect the memory, thinking and social abilities of a person) by destroying the memory and other important mental functions in the brain which is characterized by memory loss, confusion, and behavioral changes. Before taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET, inform your doctor if you are allergic to Donepezil, have asthma, heart, kidney, or liver disease. DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET is not recommended for use if you have severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking medicine. DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET is generally not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women unless it is con
How It Works
DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET belongs to cholinesterase inhibitor which works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) involved in transmission of nerve signals. This improves memory and thinking. Memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease occurs due to disturbances of signal transmission in the brain.
Directions for Use
Take DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET with a glass of water and do not chew or crush the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET are diarrhoea, feeling sick, tiredness, difficulty in sleeping, common cold, loss of appetite, hallucinations, and aggressive behaviour. Consult your doctor if any of these above side effects get worse. USES OF DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET Used to manage mild to moderately severe Alzheimer’s dementia HOW DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET WORKSDONZHEIMER 5 TABLET belongs to cholinesterase inhibitor which works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) involved in transmission of nerve signals. This improves memory and thinking. Memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease occurs due to disturbances of signal transmission in the brain. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET with a glass of water and do not chew or crush the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF DONZHEIMER 5 TABLETCOMMON diarrhea nausea headache muscle cramp tiredness difficulty in sleeping (insomnia) common cold loss of appetite hallucinations unusual dreams including nightmares agitation aggressive behaviour fainting, dizziness indigestion vomiting rash, itching passing urine uncontrollably pain UNCOMMON slow heartbeat RARE uncontrollable or shaky movements with stiffness on the face and tongue which may also involve limbs irregular heartbeats Stop taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects: signs of stomach or duodenal ulcers such as stomach pain and indigestion signs of bleeding in the stomach or intestines such as passing black tar like stools or visible blood from the rectum seizures (fits) or convulsions signs of hepatitis (liver damage) such as feeling or being sick, loss of appetite, feeling unwell, fever, itching, yellowing of the skin and eyes, and dark coloured urine signs of a neuroleptic malignant syndrome (serious brain disorder) such as fever with muscle stiffness, sweating or a lowered level of consciousness signs of rhabdomyolysis such as muscle weakness, tenderness or pain, particularly, if at the same time, you feel unwell, have a high temperature or have dark urine
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYDONZHEIMER 5 TABLET is generally not recommended for use during pregnancy unless it is considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGDONZHEIMER 5 TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDONZHEIMER 5 TABLET may cause tiredness, dizziness and muscle cramp which could affect your ability to drive or operate machines. If you experience these side effects, do not drive or operate machines. Consult your doctor before taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET because it may alter the effect of this medicine. KIDNEYDONZHEIMER 5 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with mild kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET. LIVERDONZHEIMER 5 TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver disease. It should be used with caution in patients with liver problems or hepatitis. Consult your doctor before taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET. ALLERGYDo not take DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET if you are allergic to Donepezil or piperidine derivatives such as haloperidol, thioridazine, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. LUNGSDONZHEIMER 5 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with asthma or long-term lung disease. Consult your doctor before taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET. HEART DISEASEDONZHEIMER 5 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases such as irregular or very slow heartbeat, fast heartbeat, abnormal heart rhythms, family history of prolonged QT interval (fast and chaotic heartbeats), had heart failure, or heart attack. Consult your doctor before taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET. OTHERSBefore taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have low levels of magnesium or potassium in your blood have difficulty passing urine have stomach or duodenal ulcers have seizures (fits) or convulsions Use in pediatrics: The safety and effectiveness of DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET in pediatric patients have not been established. Consult your doctor before taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET. Use in geriatrics: DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years above). Consult your doctor before taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before taking DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET, inform your doctor, if you are taking any of the following medicine: medicines used for heart rhythm problems (Ex. amiodarone, sotalol) medicines used for depression (Ex. citalopram, escitalopram, amitriptyline, fluoxetine) medicines used for psychosis (Ex. pimozide, sertindole, ziprasidone) medicines used for bacterial infections (Ex. clarithromycin, erythromycin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, rifampicin) medicines used for fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole) other medicines used to manage Alzheimer’s disease (Ex. galantamine) medicines used for arthritis (Ex. aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drugs such as ibuprofen, or diclofenac sodium) anticholinergics medicines (Ex. tolterodine) anticonvulsants (Ex. phenytoin, carbamazepine) medicines used to manage heart condition (Ex. quinidine, beta-blockers such as propanolol and atenolol) muscle relaxants (Ex. diazepam, succinylcholine) general anesthetics (Ex. propofol, ketamine, thiopental) medicines obtained without a prescription (Ex. herbal remedies) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are feeling and being sick, drooling, sweating, slow heart rate, low blood pressure (lightheadedness or dizziness when standing), breathing problems, losing consciousness and seizures (fits) or convulsions. SYNOPSIS Drug : Donepezil Pharmacological Category : Acetyl cholinesterase Inhibitor Therapeutic Indication : Alzheimer disease Dosage Forms : Tablet, Syrup, Orally disintegrating strips MORE INFORMATION Keep the medicine out of reach in children Store DONZHEIMER 5 TABLET at room temperature
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Last Updated
26 Nov 2022