Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1 X
Aricep M is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Aricep M has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Aricep M is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Aricep M have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Aricep M go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Aricep M is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Aricep M has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Aricep M related warnings section.
Aricep M is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Aricep M contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Aricep M with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Aricep M, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Aricep M is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
|
Geriatric |
|
Is the use of Aricep M safe for pregnant women?
Aricep M is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Aricep M safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Aricep M. If you see any side effects, stop taking Aricep M immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Aricep M again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Aricep M on the Kidneys?
Aricep M may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Aricep M on the Liver?
Aricep M is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Aricep M on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Aricep M for the heart.
Aricep M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aricep M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aricep M habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Aricep M.
Interaction between Food and Aricep M
Taking Aricep M with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aricep M
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Aricep M and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 458
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 108
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aricept® (donepezil hydrochloride)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aricept® (donepezil hydrochloride)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Namenda (memantine HCl)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 490