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Are There Alternative Names For The Brand And Generic Aricept?
Aricept is available from India and United Kingdom by Eisai and Canada by Pfizer. The active ingredient in Aricept is donepezil hydrochloride. The generic form of Aricept is Donepezil and it is available from Canada by Teva and other generic manufacturers and United Kingdom by Dr. Reddys Laboratories UK and Zentiva.
What Dosages And Forms Aricept Is Available In?
Aricept is available as tablets in the dosage strengths of 5 mg and 10 mg. The generic form of Aricept (donepezil) is also available as 5 mg and 10 mg tablets.
What Is Aricept Used For?
Aricept belongs to a class of drugs known as cholinesterase inhibitors and is used for symptomatic treatment of mild, moderate and severe Alzheimer’s disease. In Alzheimer’s disease patients, there is a decrease in the function of neurotransmitter system which uses acetylcholine as its chemical messenger. Aricept acts by inhibiting an enzyme called as acetylcholinesterase, leading to an increase in the level of acetylcholine in the brain. This may help relieve the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Aricept may take as long as 12 weeks to begin working, and patient response may vary. Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take Aricept once daily, at the same time everyday in the morning or evening. The medication can be taken with or without food and should be swallowed whole with water.
What Are The Possible Side Effects Of Aricept?
Most common side effects caused by Aricept are include nausea, diarrhea, insomnia, vomiting, muscle cramps, fatigue, anorexia and fainting. Some of the serious side effects of this medication include combination of muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, or joint pain accompanied by a fever or very dark urine that you cannot explain, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (a state of high fever, muscle stiffness, irregular blood pressure, pulse and or heartbeats, altered consciousness). These are not all the possible side effects of Aricept. In case of any unexpected effect, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Are there any Precautions and Drug interactions for Aricept?
Do not take Aricept if you:
• Are allergic to donepezil
• Are allergic to piperidine derivatives such as rifabutin, methylphenidate, biperiden, trihexyphenidyl, bupivacaine, and paroxetine.
Before taking Aricept always talk to your healthcare professional in case you:
• Have a condition affecting your heart, kidney, liver
• Have lung problems such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• Have had seizures
• Have had fainting spills
• Have a history of peptic ulcers or have an increased risk of developing ulcers (are taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
If an operation with general anesthetic is needed, inform your doctor that you are using Aricept.
Drug interactions
You should always tell your health care professional about any medications that you have been taking or are going to take including prescription and non-prescription drugs, vitamins and herbal supplements. Aricept may interact with:
• Other anticholinergic drugs
• Antidepressants
• Anticonvulsants
• Dexamethasone
• Rifampin
• Ketoconazole
• Quinidine
Aricept Storage and Safety Information
Aricept should be stored cool dry place (15 to 30°C) and avoid exposure to moisture. Keep out of reach and sight of children.
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