Lapezil

La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Composition for Lapezil Products

Lapezil Products are primarily used for

Alzheimer's disease

About Lapezil Products

Uses of Lapezil Products

Donepezil is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. It should be used in patients with moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease.

Lapezil Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Lapezil are Nausea, Diarrhea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Weight loss, Accidental injury.

How Lapezil Products work

Memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease occurs due to disturbances of signal transmission in the brain. Donepezil 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.

Patient Concerns about Lapezil Products

Frequently asked questions about Lapezil Products

Frequently asked questions about Donepezil

Q. Why is Lapezil 5 Tablet taken at night?
Lapezil 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 Lapezil 5 Tablet persist for a long time?
Gastrointestinal side effects may appear during the first few weeks of treatment with Lapezil 5 Tablet. This can be minimized by taking Lapezil 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 Lapezil 5 Tablet to start working?
Within the first month of treatment with Lapezil 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 Lapezil 5 Tablet be stopped?
Do not stop Lapezil 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 Lapezil 5 Tablet stay in your system?
Lapezil 5 Tablet gets removed from the body very slowly. It takes about two weeks or more for Lapezil 5 Tablet to be completely removed from the system.
Q. Does Lapezil 5 Tablet cause depression?
No, Lapezil 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 Lapezil 5 Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Lapezil 5 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.
Q. I have been taking indomethacin for arthritis. Can I take Lapezil 5 Tablet?
Lapezil 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 Lapezil 5 Tablet cause hallucinations?
Hallucinations are a common side effect of Lapezil 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 Lapezil 5 Tablet?
Lapezil 5 Tablet should not be taken by patients who have hypersensitivity to Lapezil 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 Lapezil 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.

Products for Lapezil

Lapezil 5 Tablet
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Lapezil 10 Tablet
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190
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