Baropezil Tablets 5 mg (Donepezil Hydrochloride Monohydrate)

Adult dose

As Donepezil Hydrochloride, administer 5 mg once daily at bedtime. For 4-6 weeks, administer the 5 mg dose, and after assessing the clinical response during this period, it may be increased to 10 mg. When increasing to 10 mg daily, cautions should be taken regarding gastrointestinal adverse reactions. Underweight female patients over 85 years old should not exceed 5 mg daily and require careful monitoring.

Child dose

There is no experience with the use in children.

This medication contains Donepezil Hydrochloride as its active ingredient, used for alleviating symptoms of Alzheimer's type dementia. First, this medication should not be administered to those who are allergic to Donepezil Hydrochloride or similar components, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, and nursing mothers. Patients with heart-related diseases should be cautious as this medication may cause arrhythmias or bradycardia while using it. Those with a history of gastric ulcers or peptic ulcers, or who are taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, should be careful as there is a risk of gastric bleeding or exacerbation of ulcers. Individuals with a history of asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease may experience worsening symptoms due to bronchoconstriction or increased mucus secretion, hence caution is required. Patients with extrapyramidal disorders such as Parkinson's disease may experience worsening of neurological symptoms while taking this medication. Serious side effects such as syncope, cardiac problems, gastrointestinal bleeding, liver dysfunction, seizures, movement disorders, acute renal failure, acute pancreatitis, or sudden death can occur rarely, so it is important to consult a healthcare provider immediately if any unusual symptoms arise. Additionally, various side effects may occur, including dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, insomnia, headache, fatigue, muscle pain, etc., so monitor for symptoms. This medication is approved for use only in patients with Alzheimer's type dementia and should not be used for other types of dementia or memory disorders. While taking this medication, regular assessments of treatment effects and side effects should be conducted, and dose adjustments or discontinuation should be considered if necessary. Caution should be taken while driving or operating machinery as dizziness or fatigue may occur. This medication may interact with specific drugs, so it is essential to inform the physician or pharmacist if you are taking other medications. Pregnant or nursing women should not use this medication unless necessary, and should consult with a specialist before use. Safety in children has not been established, so it should not be administered to children. In case of an overdose, serious symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, bradycardia, and respiratory depression may appear, and appropriate treatment should be obtained immediately from a medical institution. Store this medication out of the reach of children and do not transfer it to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reaction, severe rash with high fever, blisters, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, severe skin adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, respiratory issues, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in an airtight container and kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain its efficacy.

Appearance

White circular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle