Dimendone Tablets 10 mg (Donepezil Hydrochloride Monohydrate)

Adult dose

As Donepezil Hydrochloride, administer 5 mg once daily before bedtime. Administer the 5 mg dosage for 4 to 6 weeks and evaluate clinical response before increasing to 10 mg. Care must be taken when increasing to a daily dose of 10 mg, monitoring for gastrointestinal adverse reactions. Underweight women over 85 years of age should not exceed 5 mg per day, and careful monitoring is necessary.

Child dose

No experience in pediatric use.

This medication is based on Donepezil Hydrochloride and is used for the treatment of Alzheimer's type dementia symptoms. This medication should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to Donepezil Hydrochloride, piperidine derivatives, or any other ingredients in this medication. Pregnant or potentially pregnant women and breastfeeding women should also avoid taking this medication. Additionally, patients with lactose intolerance or genetic lactose breakdown disorders should not take this medication. Patients with heart disease or cardiac conduction disorders should use this medication cautiously as it may affect heart rhythm. Caution is also required for patients taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or with a history of peptic ulcers due to the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Individuals with asthma or obstructive pulmonary disease should be careful as bronchoconstriction may worsen. Patients with extrapyramidal disorders such as Parkinson's disease should consult a physician before taking this medication as their symptoms may exacerbate. This medication contains the dye Yellow No. 5, and caution is required if there is an allergy to this component. Severe side effects that may occur during treatment include fainting, irregular heartbeat, gastrointestinal bleeding, liver dysfunction, cerebrovascular problems, movement disorders, severe muscle cramps, respiratory distress, acute pancreatitis, and acute renal failure, so if any symptoms occur, medical personnel should be informed immediately. Common side effects include gastrointestinal disturbances, headache, fatigue, insomnia, dizziness, loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting. If the side effects are severe or persistent, a doctor should be consulted. This medication is not indicated for other types of dementia or memory disorders apart from Alzheimer's type dementia, and treatment should be conducted under the supervision of an experienced physician. Patients with heart disease or electrolyte irregularities may require regular ECG checks due to the risk of heart rhythm abnormalities. This medication may affect the ability to drive or operate machinery, so caution should be exercised when there are feelings of dizziness or fatigue early in treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medication, and if it is absolutely necessary, breastfeeding should be discontinued. This medication may interact with several other medications, so if other drugs are being taken, patients must inform their doctor or pharmacist. Particular caution is needed when used in conjunction with antiarrhythmic drugs, certain antibiotics, antidepressants, and antipsychotic medications. In the event of an overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, severe muscle weakness, respiratory distress, and convulsions may occur, and immediate medical attention should be sought for detoxification treatment. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transfer to other containers should be avoided to maintain quality and safety.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, difficulty breathing with cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning-like headache, seizure, confusion of consciousness, vision impairment, paralysis, urination abnormalities

Mild side effects

• Loss of appetite
• hallucinations
• agitation
• aggressive behavior
• anxiety
• insomnia
• drowsiness
• increased libido
• talkativeness
• mania

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering. It is recommended to keep the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Storing it this way can safely preserve the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance

Yellow, round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle