Beyacept 5mg, 10mg (Donepezil Hydrochloride Dihydrate)

Adult dose

Adults: Take 5mL (5 mg) of Donepezil Hydrochloride once daily before bedtime. Normal condition is usually reached after 15 days, and it is recommended to continue dosing at 5mL (5 mg) for 4-6 weeks. During this period, clinical response evaluations may allow for an increase to 10mL (10 mg). Be alert to gastrointestinal adverse reactions when increasing the dose to 10mL (10 mg) daily. Underweight females over 85 years should not exceed 5mL (5 mg) daily.

Child dose

Pediatric: There is no experience using this in children.

This medication contains Donepezil Hydrochloride Dihydrate as its main ingredient and is primarily used to treat symptoms of Alzheimer's type dementia. It should not be used by patients with allergies to Donepezil or similar components, pregnant women or those who may become pregnant, and nursing mothers. Caution is advised when administering to patients with heart disease or heart conduction disorders, as this medication may cause bradycardia or arrhythmias. Patients taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or with a history of peptic ulcers should be careful, as increased gastric acid secretion could exacerbate symptoms. Asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients should be cautious, as there is a risk of symptom worsening due to bronchoconstriction and increased mucus secretion. Patients with extrapyramidal disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, may experience worsening symptoms due to the cholinergic effects of this medication. During treatment with this medication, severe side effects such as syncope, heart block, gastrointestinal bleeding, liver dysfunction, cerebrovascular disorders, extrapyramidal symptoms, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, rhabdomyolysis, respiratory distress, acute pancreatitis, and acute renal failure may occur, so immediate consultation with a physician is necessary if any abnormal symptoms arise. Common side effects may include loss of appetite, hallucinations, agitation, aggressive behavior, anxiety, insomnia, drowsiness, increased libido, talkativeness, mania, nightmares, irritability, incoherence, delusions, depression, confusion, apathy, hyperactivity, increased sexual desire (libido), excessive libido, dizziness, insomnia, tremors, stupor, chest tightness, palpitations, hypertension, hypotension, atrial fibrillation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, constipation, salivation, swallowing difficulties, fecal incontinence, rashes, and itching. Most of these side effects are mild and temporary. This medication is not approved for other types of dementia or memory disorders aside from Alzheimer's type dementia, and its therapeutic effect should be regularly evaluated. Patients with heart disease or electrolyte imbalances are at a higher risk of severe arrhythmia and require special caution, as dizziness or fatigue may occur while driving or operating machinery. During anesthesia, this medication may enhance the effects of muscle relaxants, so healthcare providers should be informed. This medication is primarily metabolized in the liver, so dose adjustment may be necessary for patients with impaired liver function. There may be interactions with other medications, so consult your physician or pharmacist when taking drugs that inhibit or induce CYP3A4 or CYP2D6, cholinergic drugs, anticholinergic drugs, cardiac drugs, or NSAIDs. In cases of overdose, severe nausea, vomiting, bradycardia, hypotension, respiratory depression, and seizures may occur, requiring immediate emergency care, and antidotes like atropine may be used. This medication has not been established as safe for children and should not be used in pediatric patients.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It should be kept at room temperature between 1 degrees and 30 degrees Celsius. Therefore, avoid excessively hot or cold places and keep it in a place where a stable temperature can be maintained.

Appearance

A colorless or pale yellow liquid contained in aluminum foil pouches

Package unit

30 packets/box [5ml/packet x 30], 30 packets/box [10ml/packet x 30]