Aricept Tablets 10 mg (Donepezil Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As Donepezil Hydrochloride, administer 5 mg once daily before bedtime. If any unusual dreams, nightmares, or sleep disturbances occur, morning administration may be considered. Donepezil reaches its normal concentration 15 days after administration, so the 5 mg dosage should be maintained for 4 to 6 weeks. After clinical response, the dosage can be increased up to 10 mg, and if increasing the dosage to 10 mg per day, care should be taken regarding gastrointestinal adverse reactions.

Child dose

There is no experience of use in children.

This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to specific ingredients. In particular, individuals who are hypersensitive to Donepezil Hydrochloride or piperidine derivatives should not take this medication. It is advisable for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, and nursing mothers to avoid using this medication. Additionally, patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders should not take this medication. Patients with heart conditions should exercise caution when using this medicine. Heart rate may slow down, or arrhythmias may occur, so it must be taken under a doctor's supervision. Patients taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or with a history of peptic ulcers should be cautious as gastrointestinal symptoms may worsen. Individuals with asthma or obstructive lung disease should take this medication cautiously as it may increase bronchoconstriction or mucus secretion, worsening symptoms. Patients with extrapyramidal disorders such as Parkinson's disease should consult a doctor before taking this medication, as their symptoms may worsen. While taking this medication, symptoms such as cardiac irregularities, gastrointestinal bleeding, liver dysfunction, neurological symptoms, and muscular symptoms may occur, so any atypical symptoms should be reported to healthcare personnel immediately. In particular, side effects such as dizziness, fainting, seizures, irregular heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, etc., have been reported, requiring careful observation. This medication is used for treating dementia, and treatment effects should be evaluated regularly; if ineffective, discontinuation should be considered. Patients with heart disease or electrolyte abnormalities may face risks of arrhythmias, making electrocardiograms necessary. Caution is required when driving or operating machinery, especially at the beginning of treatment or during dose adjustments, as fatigue, dizziness, or muscle cramps may occur. This medication may interact with other drugs, so especially when taken with medications metabolized by the liver or heart medications, NSAIDs, etc., consulting with a doctor or pharmacist is essential. If pregnant or nursing, it is advisable to avoid using this medication, and when absolutely necessary, to follow the instructions of qualified healthcare professionals. The safety for pediatric patients has not been established, so this medication should not be used in children. Serious side effects may occur due to overdose, so it is essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage. In case of overdose, immediate medical attention is necessary. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and it is better not to transfer it to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, mouth/eye mucosal pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, cough accompanied by fever and respiratory abnormalities, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination.

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• dizziness
• diarrhea
• insomnia
• abdominal pain
• loss of appetite
• headache
• fatigue
• drowsiness

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is advisable to maintain storage temperatures between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle