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Donep 5 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease. Secondary and off-label uses of Donep 5 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Donep 5 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Donep 5 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Donep 5 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Donep 5 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Donep 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Donep 5 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Donep 5 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Donep 5 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Donep 5 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Donep 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Is the use of Donep 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Donep can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Donep right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Donep 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Donep may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Donep 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Donep does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Donep 5 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Donep on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Donep 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Donep is rarely harmful for the heart.
Donep 5 Tablet 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 Donep 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Donep 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Donep 5 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Donep 5 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Donep 5 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Donep 5 Tablet can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Donep 5 Tablet
Taking Donep 5 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Donep 5 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Donep 5 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aricept® (donepezil hydrochloride)