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Description
Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet 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. Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet works by increasing the amount of a certain substance in your brain and improving brain function.
Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet 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.
Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet 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.
Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet 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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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet
Alzil 5 MG Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Donaz 5 MG Tablet
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Dopezil 5 MG Tablet
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.
Dorent 5 MG Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Nozil 5 MG Tablet
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet
Diarrhoea
Loss of appetite
Nausea and Vomiting
Trouble sleeping
Dizziness
Frequent urination
Headache
Weight loss
Unusual bleeding
Join pain
Uses of Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive brain disorder characterised by memory loss and an impaired ability to think or make decisions. Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet is used to treat dementia (loss of thinking, remembering, learning, and reasoning abilities) associated with Alzheimer's disease.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Avoid consumption of alcohol during treatment with Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet as it may reduce the effectiveness of this medicine.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Due to the lack of safety data in humans, Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet 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 Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet passes into breastmilk. Hence, Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding.
Allergy
Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. However, 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, Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
It is not known if Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet passes into breastmilk. Hence, Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding.
General warnings
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet 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
Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below the age of 18 years as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.
Driving or operating machines
The condition itself may impair your ability to drive or use heavy machines. Also, Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet may cause dizziness, tiredness, and muscles cramps. Hence, avoid performing activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines during treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose of Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor in case of an overdose of Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet.
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 Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet as it may reduce the effectiveness of this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
Carvedilol
Oxcarbazepine
Tramadol
Trihexyphenidyl
Somatropin
Disease interactions
Heart Disease
Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet 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
Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet 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
Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet 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.
Seizures
A seizure is a neurological condition in which your brain activity becomes abnormal, causing uncontrolled jerking of the body. Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have or have had seizures, as this medicine may trigger seizures.
Parkinson's disease
Parkinson's disease is a brain disorder that affects movement. Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have Parkinson's disease as it may worsen your condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed.
Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen.
Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor as it may worsen your condition.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Donep Odt 5 MG Tablet improves brain function by increasing the amount of a certain naturally occurring substance (Acetylcholine) in your brain.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Cholinesterase inhibitors
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 23 Feb 2022
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