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ARICEPT 5MG TABS 28’S

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CNTRA026

Description

ARICEPT 5MG TABS 28’S contain donepezil hydrochloride, a reversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor used to manage symptoms of dementia associated with Alzheimer’s disease. By increasing acetylcholine levels in the brain, it helps improve cognitive function and memory.

Indications:

• Mild to Moderate Alzheimer’s Disease: Improves symptoms or slows their progression.

• Moderate to Severe Alzheimer’s Disease: Enhances cognition and global function.

Dosage:

• Starting Dose: 5 mg once daily, taken in the evening before bedtime.

• Maintenance Dose: After 4–6 weeks, may be increased to 10 mg once daily if well-tolerated.

• Administration: Swallow tablets whole with water; do not chew.

Side Effects:

• Common: Nausea, diarrhea, insomnia, muscle cramps, fatigue, and loss of appetite.

• Serious: Bradycardia, gastrointestinal bleeding, seizures, and rhabdomyolysis.

Precautions:

• Use with caution in patients with cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal ulcers, or seizures.

• Not recommended for children.

• Regular monitoring is advised to assess treatment efficacy and tolerability.