Aricep 5 mg Tablet

Aricep 5 Tablet 10’s belongs to the group of medicines called ‘anti-Alzheimer’s drug’, primarily indicated in the treatment of dementia of the Alzheimer’s disease. In Alzheimer’s disease, the brain cells degenerate and die, which causes a gradual decline in behavioural and social skills and thinking ability (dementia).

which affects a person’s ability to function independently. The signs include confusion, increasing memory loss, and behavioural changes.

Aricep 5 Tablet 10’s contains Donepezil that falls in the category of drugs called acetylcholinesterase inhibitors. This drug increases the levels of a substance (acetylcholine) in the brain, which is involved in improving memory functioning by slowing down the breakdown of acetylcholine (a substance that allows nerves to communicate and important for normal brain functioning).

Take Aricep 5 Tablet 10’s with or without a meal, every day as suggested by your doctor. A person taking Tablet 10’s may experience some undesirable effects of this medicine like insomnia, diarrhoea, muscle cramps, vomiting, fatigue, weight loss, and nausea.

This happens because the body is adjusting to the new medicine. If a person notices severe side effects of medicine like dizziness, constipation, drowsiness, fainting, frequent urination, headache, joint pain, mental depression, and pain, or if side effects do not go within a couple of days, then they need to consult with the doctor immediately.

A person cannot take Tablet 10’s if they are hypersensitive to any of the components present in this medicine. A person facing medical conditions like a heart rhythm disorder, a stomach ulcer, urination problems, asthma or other breathing disorder, seizure, and liver or kidney disease need to tell their doctor before taking this medicine.

A woman who is pregnant or breastfeeding needs to tell their doctor before taking this medicine. This medicine should be prescribed with caution in patients having a history of asthma or obstructive pulmonary disease.

WHAT IS ARICEP 5MG?

it contains donepezil which belongs to a group of medicines called acetylcholinesterase inhibitors

Aricep 5 Tablet is used to treat mild to moderate dementia in Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive illness that gradually affects memory and thinking. It does not cure this illness but may help improve memory, awareness, and other symptoms.

Your doctor will explain how to take Tablet. You may take it with food, preferably at night before going to bed. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit. The dose may change from time to time to suit your individual needs.

It can take up to a few weeks for symptoms to improve so keep taking your medicine regularly. You should not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, insomnia, vomiting, muscle cramps, fatigue, and weight loss (anorexia). Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated. You may have side effects more often when you start your treatment or when your dose is increased.

Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to the Tablet. If they are severe or will not go away, you should contact your doctor.

Before using Aricep 5 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy, or asthma. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other drugs you are using so let your doctor know what these are to be safe. During pregnancy, this medicine should only be taken if it is advised.

WHAT ARICEP 5MG IS USED FOR?

ARICEP 5MG can help with mental function and with doing daily tasks
It is used to treat mild, moderate, and severe Alzheimer?s disease

it contains Donepezil which belongs to a group of medicines called acetyl cholinesterase inhibitors. It is used to treat the symptoms of dementia in people diagnosed as having mild and moderately severe Alzheimer’s disease.

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive disorder that causes brain cells to degenerate and die. Dementia is continuous decline in thinking, behavioral and social skills that disrupts a person’s ability to function independently. The symptoms include increasing memory loss, confusion and behavioral changes. As a result, patients with Alzheimer’s disease find it more difficult to carry out their normal daily activities.

ARICEP 5MG works by stopping acetylcholine from being broken down in your brain. Acetylcholine is an important substance that allows better communication between nerve cells. Always take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy, or asthma, pregnant or breastfeeding. It is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 18 years of age. The common side effects are diarrhoea, headache, tiredness and hallucinations. Read more:

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:

TALK TO DOCTOR

Talk to your doctor before taking , if you:

• Are allergic to any of the ingredients in Donepezil or to medicines that contain piperidines
• Have any heart problems including problems with irregular, slow, or fast heartbeats
• Suffer from asthma or lung problems
• Suffer from a seizure
• Have stomach ulcers
• Have difficulty in passing urine
• Have liver or kidney problems
• Have trouble swallowing tablets
• Have or had surgery or dental surgery

PREGNANCY & BREAST FEEDING

It is not known if ARICEP can harm an unborn baby
ARICEP is not for women who are breast-feeding. It is not known if passes into breast milk
Consult your doctor for advice if you are pregnant or breast feeding or planning to become pregnant

CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS

ARICEP has not been approved as a treatment for any medical condition in children

DRIVING & USING MACHINES

ARICEP medicine can cause tiredness, dizziness and muscle cramp. If you experience any of these affects you must not drive or operate machinery

INTERACTIONS:

Tell the doctor about all the medicines the patient takes, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

ARICEP 5MG and other medicines may affect each other. Be particularly sure to tell the doctor if the patient takes

Medicines used for anesthesia
Aspirin or medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

DIRECTIONS & FOR USE:

Take ARICEP 5MG exactly as prescribed by the doctor
Do not stop ARICEP 5MG or change the dose yourself
Take ARICEP 5MG one time each day
It can be taken with or without food

STORAGE:

Store ARICEP 5MG at room temperature (15-25°C)
Keep this medicine out of reach of children
Do not take this medicine after the expiry date

Medicinal Benefits

Aricep 5 Tablet 10’s belongs to the category of the acetylcholinesterase inhibitors, prescribed for treating the symptoms of dementia in persons having mild and moderately severe Alzheimer’s disease. Aricep 5 Tablet 10’s works by helping the nerve cells communicate with each other by increasing acetylcholine levels in the brain.

It stops the breakdown of acetylcholine in the brain, which is an important substance that is responsible for nerve communication. By doing so it helps a person to live a normal life.

In people with Alzheimer’s disease, certain nerve cells die in the brain. This results in lower levels of a chemical called acetylcholine which helps nerve cells to communicate with each other. This leads to symptoms of dementia such as memory loss, confusion, disorientation, problems with speech and language, and personality changes. Aricep 5 Tablet increases the amount of acetylcholine and helps brain cells to communicate.

It can, therefore, improve some of the symptoms such as memory, awareness, and the ability to carry out daily functions for a time. However, it is not a cure. You should use the medicine exactly as prescribed. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep using the medicine even if you do not think it is working.

Directions for Use

A person should take Tablet 10’s daily at the same time as prescribed by their doctor.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects

Along with its desired effects, Tablet 10’s may cause unpleasant effects. Although not all persons notice these side effects and even some side effects do not require medical attention.

The common side effects of Tablet 10’s include diarrhoea, loss of appetite, muscle cramps, nausea, trouble in sleeping, unusual tiredness or weakness, and vomiting. Check with the doctor as soon as possible if you notice any severe side effects or if these effects do not go with time.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

A person should tell their doctor if they are taking any prescription or herbal medicine as certain medicines may weaken or strengthen the effects of Tablet 10’s. A person should avoid the consumption of alcohol as it may reduce the effects of medication.

A woman who is pregnant or breast-feeding should ask their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. Alzheimer’s disease may affect the ability to drive so a person must not perform any activity that needs mental alertness unless your doctor tells you that it is safe to do so.

Drug Interactions

Drug-drug Interactions: Some medications may change the working action of Tablet 10’s so tell your doctor about every prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products you are using. The possible drugs that can interact with Aricep 5 Tablet 10’s include NSAIDs (such as ibuprofen, naproxen), antihistamine (Diphenhydramine), anticoagulant medication (apixaban), anticholinergics medicines, (tolterodine), and anti-depressants (fluoxetine).

Drug- Food Interactions: Food will not influence the effect of Aricep 5 Tablet 10’s, but a person should not be taken with alcohol because alcohol may reduce its effect.

Drug-Disease Interactions: A person should tell their doctor if they are dealing with a heart rhythm disorder, a stomach ulcer, urination problems, asthma or other breathing disorder, liver or kidney disease, and a seizure.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Aricep 5 Tablet 10’s. Alcohol intake, along with Aricep 5 Tablet 10’s, can worsen the symptoms of dementia.

PREGNANCY
Aricep 5 Tablet 10’s can only be used in pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the unborn baby.

BREAST FEEDING
It is not known if Aricep 5 Tablet 10’s passes into breast milk or not. Breast-feeding women should ask their doctor before using this medication.

DRIVING
Aricep 5 Tablet 10’s can cause an undesirable reaction in the body that can impair a person’s thinking ability. One should avoid driving and do activities that require mental alertness.

LIVER
Take Aricep 5 Tablet 10’s only after the doctor’s prescription, especially if you are dealing with Liver diseases/conditions as your doctor may adjust the dose as required.

FAQs

Q. Why is Aricep 5 Tablet taken at night?
Aricep 5 Tablet is recommended to be taken before going to bed to reduce gastrointestinal side effects or nausea, which is commonly seen in some patients in the first few weeks of treatment.

Q. Do the gastrointestinal side effects due to Aricep 5 Tablet persist for a long time?
Gastrointestinal side effects may appear during the first few weeks of treatment with Aricep 5 Tablet. This can be minimized by taking Aricep 5 Tablet at bedtime and with food. Generally, these side effects are mild and disappear within a few weeks with continued treatment.

Q. How long does it take for Aricep 5 Tablet to start working?
Within the first month of treatment with Aricep 5 Tablet, you may experience improvement in thinking and remembering (cognitive effect). However, it may take about 12 weeks to see the full benefits.

Q. When should Aricep 5 Tablet be stopped?
Do not stop Aricep 5 Tablet without consulting your doctor. This medicine only helps to control your condition but does not cure it. Therefore, it may take several weeks to show benefits, so do not be discouraged if you do not see an improvement straight away. But, in case your condition starts worsening and you feel that it is no longer helping you, then you should consult a doctor before stopping it.

Q. For how long does Aricep 5 Tablet stay in your system?
Aricep 5 Tablet gets removed from the body very slowly. It takes about two weeks or more for Aricep 5 Tablet to be completely removed from the system.

Q. Does Aricep 5 Tablet cause depression?
No, Aricep 5 Tablet does not cause depression. If you are experiencing symptoms, then it could be due to existing Alzheimer’s disease.

Q. What if I take more than the prescribed dose of Aricep 5 Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Aricep 5 Tablet may cause vomiting, increased sweating or saliva production, slow heartbeat, dizziness, difficulty in breathing, seizures or fits, weakness, and inability to control your bowel motions or passing of urine (incontinence). You should seek immediate help from a doctor or emergency service of a nearby hospital.

Q. I have been taking indomethacin for arthritis. Can I take Aricep 5 Tablet?
Aricep 5 Tablet does not interfere with the working of indomethacin, but indomethacin individually increases the risk of stomach bleeding when taken for a long time. Therefore, if you experience any symptoms of stomach bleeding, consult your doctor immediately.

Q. Does Aricep 5 Tablet cause hallucinations?
Hallucinations are a common side effect of Aricep 5 Tablet, though not everyone is affected. Other common psychiatric side effects include agitation, aggressive behavior, nightmares, and abnormal dreams.

Q. Who should not take Aricep 5 Tablet?
Aricep 5 Tablet should not be taken by patients who have hypersensitivity to Aricep 5 Tablet hydrochloride, piperidine derivatives, or to any active ingredients used in the medicine. Also, it should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary.

Q. Can it cause insomnia?
Yes, insomnia (sleeplessness) is a common side effect of Aricep 5 Tablet. Dizziness and fainting can also be seen as common side effects. Though these side effects are common, they do not occur in everyone.