Donecept 5 Tablet
- Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
- Contains / Salt: Donepezil (5 mg)
Donecept 5 Tablet
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- Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
- Contains / Salt: Donepezil (5 mg)
Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
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Donecept 5 Tablet Information
Donecept 5 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease. Secondary and off-label uses of Donecept 5 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Donecept 5 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Donecept 5 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Donecept 5 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Donecept 5 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Donecept 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Donecept 5 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Donecept 5 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Donecept 5 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Donecept 5 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Donecept 5 Tablet Benefits & Uses
Donecept 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Poor memory (Read More - Home Remedies to Improve Memory)
- Memory Loss
- Amnesia
Donecept 5 Tablet Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Donecept 5 Tablet Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Donecept 5 Tablet is used -
Severe
- अग्नाशयी सूजन
Moderate
- डिप्रेशन (और पढ़ें - डिप्रेशन के घरेलू उपाय)
- निर्जलीकरण
- पेशाब का रिसना (असंयम)
Mild
- मतली या उलटी
- थकान
- अनिद्रा
- दस्त
- संक्रमण
- चक्कर आना (और पढ़ें - चक्कर आने पर करें ये घरेलू उपाय)
- कमर दर्द (और पढ़ें - कमर दर्द के घरेलू उपाय)
- बुखार (और पढ़ें - बुखार कम करने के घरेलू उपाय)
- पेट दर्द
Donecept 5 Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Donecept 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Donecept may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Donecept again without your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Donecept 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Donecept may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Donecept should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Donecept 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Donecept is completely safe for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Donecept 5 Tablet on the Liver?
Donecept is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Donecept 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Donecept may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Donecept 5 Tablet with Other Drugs
Donecept 5 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Donecept 5 Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Donecept 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Asthma
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Liver Disease
- Heart Disease
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
- Gastritis
Frequently asked Questions about Donecept 5 Tablet
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Is this Donecept 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Donecept 5 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Donecept 5 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Donecept 5 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Donecept 5 Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.
Yes
Donecept 5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Donecept 5 Tablet
You can take Donecept 5 Tablet with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Donecept 5 Tablet
Taking Donecept 5 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
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