What is Aricept used to treat?
Donepezil (Aricept) is approved to treat all stages of the disease. It’s taken once a day as a pill. Galantamine (Razadyne) is approved to treat mild to moderate Alzheimer’s. It’s taken as a pill once a day or as an extended release capsule twice a day.
What are the side effects of taking Aricept?
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite/weight loss, dizziness, drowsiness, weakness, trouble sleeping, shakiness (tremor), or muscle cramps may occur as your body adjusts to the drug. These effects usually last 1-3 weeks and then lessen.
Is there a black box warning for Aricept?
OTTAWA – New warnings have been added to the prescribing information for the Alzheimer’s drug Aricept (donepezil) advising of the risk of two rare but potentially serious conditions: muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis) and a neurological disorder called neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS).
Why is Aricept taken at night?
Aricept is taken at night because it can cause irregular or slow heartbeat for some patients, which can cause fainting. When it is taken at bedtime, patients are able to sleep through those side effects.
Does Aricept make dementia worse?
The traditional memory medications, cholinesterase inhibitors such as Aricept, may make this form of dementia worse and are usually not recommended. Antidepressants may be helpful.
What do you need to know about Aricept ODT?
Allow Aricept ODT to dissolve on the tongue and follow with water. ARICEPT is supplied as film-coated, round tablets containing 5 mg, 10 mg, or 23 mg of donepezil hydrochloride. The 5 mg tablets are white. The strength, in mg (5), is debossed on one side and ARICEPT is debossed on the other side. The 10 mg tablets are yellow.
What kind of tablets are there for Aricept?
ARICEPT is supplied as film-coated, round tablets containing 5 mg, 10 mg, or 23 mg of donepezil hydrochloride. The 5 mg tablets are white. The strength, in mg (5), is debossed on one side and ARICEPT is debossed on the other side. The 10 mg tablets are yellow.
Is there a cure for Alzheimer’s with Aricept ODT?
Aricept ODT is not a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. This condition will progress over time, even in people who take this medicine. Aricept ODT may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
When is the best time to take Aricept?
ARICEPT is indicated for the treatment of dementia of the Alzheimer’s type. Efficacy has been demonstrated in patients with mild, moderate, and severe Alzheimer’s disease. 2. DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ARICEPT should be taken in the evening, just prior to retiring. ARICEPT can be taken with or without food.