Donecept Tablets 5Mg (1 Box = 1 Strip)(1 Strip = 10 Tablets)
Donepezil hydrochloride is a specific and reversible inhibitor of acetylcholinesterase, the predominant cholinesterase...
Donepezil hydrochloride is a specific and reversible inhibitor of acetylcholinesterase, the predominant cholinesterase in the brain. Donepezil hydrochloride is in vitro over 1000 times more potent an inhibitor of this enzyme than of butyrylcholinesterase, an enzyme that is present mainly outside the central nervous system.
Purpose
Dementia
Ingredients
Donepezil HCl
Warnings
Patients at increased risk for developing ulcers, e.g., those with a history of ulcer disease or those receiving concurrent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), is advised to be monitored for symptoms.
Donepezil Hydrochloride, as a cholinesterase inhibitor, is likely to exaggerate succinylcholine-type muscle relaxation during anaesthesia .
This medicinal product contains lactose. Patients with rare hereditary problems of galactose intolerance, the Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption is advised to not take this medicine.
Side Effects
Infections and Infestations: Common: common cold. Metabolism and nutrition disorders: Common: anorexia. Psychiatric disorders: Common: hallucinations, agitation, aggressive behavior and Abnormal dreams and Nightmares (Reports of hallucinations, abnormal dreams, nightmares, agitation and aggressive behavior have resolved on dose-reduction or discontinuation of treatment). Nervous system disorders: Common: syncope, dizziness and insomnia.Uncommon: seizure. Rare: extrapyramidal symptoms. Very rare: Neuroleptic malignant syndrome Cardiac disorders: Uncommon: bradycardia. Rare: sino-atrial block, atrioventricular block. Gastrointestinal disorders: very common: diarrhea and nausea. Common: Vomiting, abdominal disturbance. Uncommon: gastrointestinal hemorrhage, Gastric and duodenal ulcers. Hepato-biliary disorders: Rare: liver dysfunction including hepatitis (in case of unexplained liver dysfunction, withdrawal of Donepezil should be considered). Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Common: rash and pruritis. Musculoskeletal, connective tissue and bone disorders: Common: muscle cramps Renal and urinary disorders: Common: urinary incontinence. General disorders and administration site conditions: Very common: headache. Common: fatigue and pain .
Storage Instructions
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
| Brand | Atco Pharma |
| Status | Active |
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