Donepil 5 Tablet 10's belongs to the category of the acetylcholinesterase inhibitors, prescribed for treating the symptoms of dementia in persons having mild and moderately severe Alzheimer's disease. Donepil 5 Tablet 10's works by helping the nerve cells communicate with each other by increasing acetylcholine levels in the brain. It stops the breakdown of acetylcholine in the brain, which is an important substance that is responsible for nerve communication. By doing so it helps a person to live a normal life.

FAQs

Can I drive after taking Donepil 5 Tablet 10's?

No, you should not drive after taking Donepil 5 Tablet 10's as Alzheimer’s disease already affects a person's ability to drive or operate machinery Also, this medicine causes in the body, so a person should perform these activities unless their doctor prescribes them to do so.

What is the food or drink that I need not take while taking the Donepil 5 Tablet 10's?

Apart from consuming less alcohol a person can eat and drink normally while taking this medicine.

How does Donepil 5 Tablet 10's work?

Donepil 5 Tablet 10's works by helping the nerve cells to communicate with each other by increasing the levels of acetylcholine in the brain. It stops the breakdown of acetylcholine in the brain which is an important substance that is responsible for nerve communication. By doing so it helps a person to cope up with dementia and to live a normal life.

Can Donepil 5 Tablet 10's be advised to children?

Donepil 5 Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children and adolescents.

I am already taking Rifampicin, so can I take Donepil 5 Tablet 10's?

No, a person taking antibiotics (Rifampicin) is not allowed to take this medicine as it may cause serious drug interaction in the body and may weaken the effects of the medicine.

Can Donepil 5 Tablet 10's is allowed to use in pregnancy, breast-feeding?

If a woman is pregnant or breast-feeding, then they need to ask with their doctor before taking this medicine. While Donepil 5 Tablet 10's is not allowed to use in breastfeeding females.

I am a person who has an intolerance to some sugars, so should I tell to doctor before taking Donepil 5 Tablet 10's?

Donepil 5 Tablet 10's consists of lactose so if you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product.

By mistake, I consumed an overdose of Donepil 5 Tablet 10's, what to do?

You should immediately report to the doctor as an overdose of this medicine may make you sick, cause drooling, sweating, slow heart rate, low blood pressure, etc.

I am noticing an improvement in my situation, so can I stop taking Donepil 5 Tablet 10's?

You should not stop taking the medicine unless told suggested by your doctor as it may make the benefits of your treatment will gradually fade away.