Memory loss in Alzheimer s disease occurs due to disturbances of signal transmission in the brain. Aricep 5 Tablet is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) involved in transmmission of nerve signals. This improves memory and thinking.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aricep 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Interactions / Warnings
Contraindicated in hypersensitivity to donepezil hydrochloride or piperidine derivatives
Prescription
Item requires a valid prescription
Side Effects
Common Cardiovascular: Hypertension (3% ), Syncope (2% ) Endocrine metabolic: Weight decreased (3% to 5% ) Gastrointestinal: Diarrhea (5% to 15% ), Loss of appetite (2% to 8% ), Nausea (3% to 19% ), Vomiting (3% to 9% ) Hematologic: Contusion (2% ), Ecchymosis (4% to 5% ) Musculoskeletal: Cramp (3% to 8% ), Increased creatine kinase level (3% ) Neurologic: Asthenia (1% to 2% ), Dizziness (2% to 8% ), Headache (3% to 4% ), Insomnia (2% to 14% ), Somnolence (1% to 2% ) Psychiatric: Depression (2% to 3% ), Dream disorder (3% ) Renal: Urinary incontinence (1% to 3% ) Other: Fatigue (1% to 8% )
