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Aricep-M Tablet
Manufactured byEISAI PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LTD
ContainsMemantine (5 mg) + Donepezil (5 mg)
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Description
Aricep-M Tablet is a combination of medicine, which is used for the treatment of moderate to severe dementia associated with Alzheimer's disease, a condition in which the patient's memory and ability to think, communicate, learn, and handle daily activities are impaired slowly. This medicine does not cure Alzheimer's disease; it improves the symptoms of the disease and delays disease progression.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Aricep-M Tablet
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Aricep-M Tablet
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Nausea and Vomiting
Muscle cramps
Frequent urination
Headache
Unusual bleeding
Joint pain
Shortness of breath
Hallucinations
Dizziness and Drowsiness
Irregular heart beat
Weight loss
Body pain
Uses of Aricep-M Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Alzheimer's disease
This medicine is used for the treatment of moderate to severe dementia associated with Alzheimer's disease, a condition in which the patient's memory and ability to think, communicate, learn, and handle daily activities are impaired slowly. It helps to improve symptoms of and slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required by this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to memantine, donepezil, or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Gastrointestinal bleeding and/or Peptic ulcer disease
This medicine is known to increase gastric acid secretion and may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Inform the doctor if you have any symptoms of blood in stools and burning stomach. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Seizures
This medicine should be used with caution in patients who are suffering from seizures due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Genitourinary conditions
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with genitourinary conditions due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Cardiovascular diseases
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with preexisting bradycardia or heart disease like heart failure, stroke, heart block, etc due to the increased risk of adverse effects. A fall in blood pressure, changes in the pulse, dizziness and other associated complications should be reported to the doctor on priority. It is advised to not take this medicine if the patient has recently suffered a heart attack. An alternative treatment option should be considered in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in children or adolescents since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor 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
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Carvedilol
Oxcarbazepine
Tramadol
Trihexyphenidyl
Trimethoprim
Disease interactions
Cardiovascular disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with preexisting bradycardia or heart disease like heart failure, stroke, heart block, etc due to the increased risk of adverse effects. A fall in blood pressure, changes in the pulse, dizziness and other associated complications should be reported to the doctor on priority. It is advised to not take this medicine if the patient has recently suffered a heart attack. An alternative treatment option should be considered in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Lung disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with lung disorders such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD}. Monitoring respiratory function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Hepatic impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with severe liver impairment due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Renal impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients who are suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Regular monitoring of the kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Seizure disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients who are suffering from seizures due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Parkinson's disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with parkinsonism disorder, due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine with or without food. Follow all the labeled instructions while taking this medicine. A caregiver has to monitor the drug intake by the patient. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Memantine decreases the abnormal activity in the brain by blocking the actions of a natural substance, glutamate. Donepezil works by increasing the level of acetylcholine. This helps in improving the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
NMDA receptor antagonist, Cholinesterase inhibitors
Schedule
Schedule H
Donecept-M/ Donecept-M Forte Tablets [Internet]. CiplaMed. 2019 [cited 15 May 2019]. Available from:
Memantine: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2017 [cited 29 August 2017]. Available from:
DailyMed: Memantine Hydrochloride tablet [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2017 [cited 29 August 2017]. Available from:
Memantine: DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2017 [cited 29 August 2017]. Available from:
Donepezil: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2017 [cited 22 May 2017]. Available from:
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Information on this page was last updated on 19 Jun 2019
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