Donepezil Hydrochloride 5 mg Tablets

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 5 mg of Donepezil Hydrochloride once daily before bedtime. If unusual dreams, nightmares, or sleep disturbances occur, consider morning dosing. Normal condition is reached 15 days after administration, and 5 mg should be administered for 4 to 6 weeks. Clinical response should be evaluated during this period, and it may be increased to 10 mg. When increasing to 10 mg, be cautious of gastrointestinal adverse reactions.

Child dose

Children: There is no experience with the use in children.

This medication is used for the treatment of symptoms of Alzheimer's type dementia, containing Donepezil Hydrochloride as the main ingredient. It is crucial not to use this medication in certain patients. For example, individuals who are allergic to this medication or any of its components, women who are pregnant or of childbearing potential, and those who are genetically lactose intolerant should not take this medication. Patients with heart disease or those with bradycardia, arrhythmias, history of peptic ulcers, those taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, individuals with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and patients with extrapyramidal disorders like Parkinson's disease should use this medication cautiously, and caution is also necessary for those with a history of allergies. Various side effects may occur when taking this medication, with common reports including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, dizziness, and insomnia. Rarely, serious symptoms such as heart issues, liver function abnormalities, cerebrovascular disorders, and severe muscle pain can occur, so if any abnormal symptoms appear, immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is required. During treatment, heart function should be regularly monitored, especially in patients with a history of cardiac conduction abnormalities or prolonged QT interval. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist of any current medications. Caution is especially needed when combining with specific antibiotics, antidepressants, antiarrhythmics, and antipsychotics. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid this medication, and if it must be taken, stopping breastfeeding after consulting an expert is recommended. Safety in children has not yet been established, so this medication should not be used in children. This medication may affect driving or operating machinery, so caution is warranted during the initial taking or when dosage changes occur. In case of overdose, serious symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, bradycardia, and respiratory depression may appear, and immediate visit to a medical institution for appropriate treatment is necessary. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container is not recommended as it may decrease quality and increase the risk of accidents.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions
• Severe rash accompanied by fever, blisters, peeling of skin, pain in mouth/eye mucous membranes, severe skin adverse reactions
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice)
• Sudden and very severe headache

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture exposure. It is advisable to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius (room temperature). This way, the efficacy of the medication can be preserved for a long time.

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle