Donecept 10 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 Donecept 10 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, weight loss (anorexia), headache, loss of appetite, common cold, urinary incontinence, and rash. 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 Donecept 10 Tablet. If they are severe or will not go away, you should contact your doctor.
Before using Donecept 10 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.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Donecept
Weight loss
Common cold
Urinary incontinence
Rash
Nausea
Diarrhea
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Accidental injury
How to use Donecept Tablet
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. Donecept 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Donecept Tablet works
Memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease occurs due to disturbances of signal transmission in the brain. Donecept 10 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Donecept 10 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Donecept 10 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Donecept 10 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Donecept 10 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Donecept 10 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Donecept 10 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Donecept 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Donecept 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Donecept Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Donecept 10 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Sir, My father ( an advocate) has developed symptoms of Alzheimer recently and sometimes he takes medicines on his own. He gets weak and unable to walk after taking tablets. Is there any test which can tell which medicines that he took? He takes Ayurved, Allopath, Homeopathy all and does not listen to me. Kindly help
Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal
Pathology
Dear Sir Thank you for consulting with me. Alzheimer's disease is a difficult disease to handle since patient develops dementia or forgetfulness. There are no blood tests which can tell you which medicines he took. Please consult a neurologist/ Psychiatrist
*Alzheimer's disease, Dementia in Parkinson's disease
How much was the improvement?
Poor
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Why is Donecept 10 Tablet taken at night?
Donecept 10 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.
Do the gastrointestinal side effects due to Donecept 10 Tablet persist for a long time?
Gastrointestinal side effects may appear during the first few weeks of treatment with Donecept 10 Tablet. This can be minimized by taking Donecept 10 Tablet at bedtime and with food. Generally, these side effects are mild and disappear within a few weeks with continued treatment.
How long does it take for Donecept 10 Tablet to start working?
Within the first month of treatment with Donecept 10 Tablet, you may experience improvement in thinking and remembering (cognitive effect). However, it may take about 12 weeks to see the full benefits.
When should Donecept 10 Tablet be stopped?
Do not stop Donecept 10 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.
For how long does Donecept 10 Tablet stay in your system?
Donecept 10 Tablet gets removed from the body very slowly. It takes about two weeks or more for Donecept 10 Tablet to be completely removed from the system.
Does Donecept 10 Tablet cause depression?
No, Donecept 10 Tablet does not cause depression. If you are experiencing symptoms, then it could be due to existing Alzheimer’s disease.
What if I take more than the prescribed dose of Donecept 10 Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Donecept 10 Tablet may cause vomiting, increased sweating or saliva production, slow heartbeat, dizziness, difficulty in breathing, seizures or fits, weakness, low blood pressure, convulsions, 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.
I have been taking indomethacin for arthritis. Can I take Donecept 10 Tablet?
Donecept 10 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.
Does Donecept 10 Tablet cause hallucinations?
Hallucinations are a common side effect of Donecept 10 Tablet, though not everyone is affected. Other common psychiatric side effects include agitation, aggressive behavior, nightmares, and abnormal dreams.
Who should not take Donecept 10 Tablet?
Donecept 10 Tablet should not be taken by patients who have hypersensitivity to Donecept 10 Tablet hydrochloride, piperidine derivatives, or to any active ingredients used in the medicine. Also, it should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary.
Can it cause insomnia?
Yes, insomnia (sleeplessness) is a common side effect of Donecept 10 Tablet. Dizziness and fainting can also be seen as common side effects. Though these side effects are common, they do not occur in everyone.
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