Ocosapt Tablet 5 mg (Donepezil Hydrochloride Hydrate)

Adult dose

As Donepezil Hydrochloride, administer 5 mg once daily before bedtime. Continue with the 5 mg dosage for 4-6 weeks, and based on the clinical response evaluation, it can be increased up to 10 mg. When increasing to a daily dosage of 10 mg, monitor for gastrointestinal adverse reactions. Women over 85 years old who are underweight should not exceed 5 mg daily and require close monitoring.

Child dose

There is no experience in using this drug for children.

This medication contains Donepezil Hydrochloride Hydrate and is primarily used for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. First, this drug should not be used in certain patients. For example, individuals allergic to this medication or its components, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, and those who are breastfeeding should avoid it. Also, since this medication contains lactose, patients with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders should avoid using it. Patients with heart disease should be cautious when taking this medication. This medication may slow heart rate or cause arrhythmias; therefore, patients with heart-related conditions should use it cautiously after consulting with a physician. Patients with gastrointestinal diseases or those taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs also need to be cautious. This medication may stimulate gastric acid secretion and increase gastrointestinal motility, potentially worsening gastric ulcers or peptic ulcer symptoms. Patients with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease may also experience exacerbation of symptoms while taking this medication. Furthermore, patients with extrapyramidal disorders such as Parkinson's disease may experience a worsening of symptoms due to this medication. This medication contains Yellow No. 5, so individuals allergic to this component must inform their healthcare provider before taking it. Various adverse reactions may occur while taking this medication. If symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heart problems, liver dysfunction, seizures, muscle pain, or difficulty breathing occur, immediate consultation with medical personnel is essential. Additionally, this medication can affect heart rhythm, so patients with a history of heart disease or prolonged QT interval may require regular ECG monitoring. Caution is necessary when driving or operating machinery, especially during the initial phase of treatment or when the dosage is changed, as dizziness or fatigue may occur. This medication can interact with several other drugs; therefore, if you are currently taking any other medications, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist, notably when combining with heart medications, antibiotics, antidepressants, antipsychotics, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It is recommended not to use this medication during pregnancy or while breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary and after consulting with a specialist. Safety in pediatric patients has not been established; thus, it should not be used in children. In the case of overdose, severe nausea, vomiting, bradycardia, and respiratory depression can occur, necessitating immediate emergency treatment, and atropine can be used as an antidote. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to other containers may adversely affect product quality.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cough with fever associated respiratory abnormalities, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden severe headaches, lightning-like headaches, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination.

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• loss of appetite
• dizziness
• insomnia
• headache
• fatigue
• muscle pain
• rash

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture ingress. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's efficacy and safety over time.

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle