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Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR
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Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR

Manufactured byIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsDonepezil
Description
Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR is a medicine used to treat dementia (an impaired ability to remember, think, or make decisions) associated with Alzheimer's disease (a brain disorder that causes memory problems, as well as issues with reasoning, decision-making, and planning). It does not cure Alzheimer's disease but helps to improve the symptoms and delay the progression of this condition. Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR works by increasing the amount of a certain substance in your brain and improving brain function. Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhoea, common cold, loss of appetite, dizziness, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or become severe. Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR can be taken with or without food as directed by your doctor. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on the severity of your condition. Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose as it may cause severe side effects. Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have or have had heart or liver problems, asthma, ulcers, or seizures (fits) before taking this medicine. Also, inform your doctor about all your current medications to avoid undesired effects. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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List of substitutes for Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR

  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Diarrhoea
  • Insomnia
  • Dizziness
  • Muscle pain
  • Feeling tired
  • Accidental Injury
  • Headache
  • Weight loss
  • Confusion
  • Allergic Skin Reaction
  • Fits

Uses of Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR

What is it prescribed for?

  • Alzheimer's disease
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Avoid consumption of alcohol during treatment with Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR as it may reduce the effectiveness of this medicine and increase the risk of side effects.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to the lack of safety data in humans, Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known if Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR passes into breastmilk. Hence, Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use while breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to the lack of safety data in humans, Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

It is not known if Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR passes into breastmilk. Hence, Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use while breastfeeding.
General warnings

Gastrointestinal bleeding

Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR may increase the risk of stomach and intestinal bleeding. Hence, it should be used with caution if you have a history of ulcers (sores in the lining of the stomach and intestine) or taking medications that may cause ulcers and bleeding.

Use in children

Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR is not recommended in children under 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Use in elderly

Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR should be used with extreme caution in the elderly above 65 years of age due to the increased risk of side effects. Hence consult your doctor for further guidance.

Driving or operating machines

The condition itself may impair your ability to drive or use heavy machines. Also, Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR may cause dizziness, tiredness, and muscles cramps. Hence, avoid performing activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines during treatment with this medicine.

Other medicine

Inform your doctor if you are taking any medications, herbs, or supplements as Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR may interact with many other medicines.

Weight loss

Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR may cause weight loss in some individuals. Hence inform your doctor if you experience weight loss during the course of treatment with this medicine. Eat a healthy balanced diet such as fruits, vegetables, and low-calorie foods.

Rhabdomyolysis

Rhabdomyolysis is a condition in which muscle tissue and proteins enter the bloodstream due to muscle injury. It may lead to kidney failure and other problems. Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR should be used with caution if you have rhabdomyolysis because it may worsen your condition.

Missed Dose

Do not miss the dose of Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR. In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Do not take more than the recommended dose of Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid consumption of alcohol during treatment with Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR as it may reduce the effectiveness of this medicine and increase the risk of side effects.
Interaction with Medicine

Quetiapine

Metoprolol

Disease interactions

Heart Disease

Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR should be used with caution if you have heart problems, especially conditions that cause irregular heartbeat and affect the rhythm of the heart. This medicine may slow down the heartbeat and further worsen your condition.

Lung disease

Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR may cause narrowing of the airways and increase mucous secretion. Hence, it should be used with caution if you have lung conditions causing breathing difficulty, such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, as it may further worsen your condition.

Liver impairment

Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR should be used with caution if you have active liver problems. This medicine gets broken down in your liver, and an impaired liver may cause an accumulation of this medicine in the body, leading to unwanted effects. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your liver function while you take this medicine.

Parkinson's disease

Parkinson's disease is a brain disorder that affects movement. Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR should be used with caution if you have Parkinson's disease as it may worsen your condition.

Seizures

A seizure is a neurological condition in which your brain activity becomes abnormal, causing uncontrolled jerking of the body. Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR should be used with caution if you have or have had seizures, as this medicine may trigger seizures.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR take it as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Take this medicine at bedtime. Drink an adequate amount of water while taking this medicine. Take this medicine at the same time daily for ease of remembering. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual effects. Your doctor may get regularly monitor your liver test during treatment with this medicine. Do not drive or operate machines if you experience any symptoms like sleepiness or drowsiness that may affect your alertness after taking this medicine. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, it should be used only upon your doctor's recommendation.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Alzil 23 MG Tablet SR works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) involved in the transmission of nerve signals. This may improve the ability to think and remember or slow the loss of these abilities in people who have this condition.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Cholinesterase inhibitors

Schedule

Schedule H

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