Name: Aricep
Creator: Anushta Chandrapalan

Aricep is a cholinesterase inhibitor, prescribed for dementia of Alzheimer's disease. It works by increasing the amount of acetylcholine in the brain, which helps in improving mental function.

Aricep Tablet Eisai Pharmaceuticals India Pvt. Ltd. Generic : Donepezil	₹ 128.00 5mg 10 Tablets

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Drug information on Aricep (Donepezil) from Eisai Pharmaceuticals India Pvt. Ltd.

Drug Name : Donepezil

Donepezil(Aricept) generic Aricep is a cholinesterase inhibitor, prescribed for dementia of Alzheimer's disease. It works by increasing the amount of acetylcholine in the brain, which helps in improving mental function.
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Written & Compiled by Anushta Chandrapalan, M.Sc | Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on February, 2, 2017

Medical condition(s) for which Aricep may be prescribed

Alzheimers Disease

Delirium

Dementia

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

Adult: PO- Initial: 5 mg/day in the evening, up to 10 mg/day after 4-6 week.

Side effects of Aricep

Most frequent : Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, muscle cramps, fatigue and loss of appetite.

Body as a Whole : Headache, generalized pain and fatigue.

Heart : Fainting.

Blood : Bruising.

Metabolic : Decreased weight.

Musculoskeletal : Muscle cramps and joint inflammation.

Central Nervous System : Sleeplessness, dizziness, depression, abnormal dreams and drowsiness.

Genitourinary : Frequent urination.

How to use Aricep?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

When Should Aricep not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Warnings and Precautions for Aricep

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, stomach problems, liver or kidney disease, breathing problems, urinary obstruction, brain tumor, head injury, seizures, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or fainting, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

It should not be used in children.

Other Precautions for Aricep

Avoid excess dosage.

Storage Conditions for Aricep

Store it at controlled room temperature (15° to 30°C), and in an airtight container.

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