Question 1

what is the treatment for aricept (donepezil) overdose?

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Stop Aricept (donepezil): If adverse events are occurring, stop the drug, but realize that Aricept (donepezil) has a long duration in the body and several days may pass until it is out of the system.  Also, there maybe a sharp deterioration in memory if the drug is abruptly stopped.  Need to work closely with your neurologist or even a hospital.

Question 2

how does aricept (donepezil) work?

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Chemical: Aricept (donepezil) binds to and inactivates acetylcholinesterase, an enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine, which is an important brain chemical.

Question 3

who should not take aricept (donepezil)?

Accepted Answer

Aricept (donepezil): Ones with hypersensitivity to Aricept, (donepezil) Heart disease, COPD, Asthma, Arrhythmias. Caution if seizures.

Question 4

what drug class is donepezil (aricept) in?

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/1\  brainchemicals: Donzepil is a class of medications that increase the amount the of  neurochemicals in the brain by inhibiting their breakdown. The specific  brain chemical affected work on brain areas  involved in cognitive functioning. In general these medication cannot reverse dementia but may slow down it progression.

Question 5

what is the generic form of aricept (donepezil)?

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Donepezil: The generic donepezil is available in 5 and 10 mg sizes, but the newer higher dose 23 mg is brand specific.

Question 6

please help! what is the drug aricept (donepezil) used for?

Accepted Answer

Alzheiners disease: It is fda approved for ad, but it is used in many types of dementia- ad, parkinsons dementia, lewy body dementia, vascualr dementia.

Question 7

does aricept (donepezil) cause any long term harm?

Accepted Answer

It can: It can cause GI bleeding, seizures, urinary retention.  These are all uncommon.

Question 8

what side effects are associated with aricept (donepezil)?

Accepted Answer

Various dep on dose: Common reactions include:  nausea, diarrhea, headache, insomnia, dizziness, muscle cramps, vomiting, fatigue, loss of appetite, and weight loss.

Less common but serious reactions can occur in some individuals, including:  AV block, slowed heart rate, fainting, seizures, and GI bleeding.

If you are taking or considering taking this medication, consult with your doctor and discuss your concerns.

Question 9

is aricept (donepezil) as affective in advanced stages alzhimers?

Accepted Answer

Well...: In short, advanced cases of Alzheimer;s do not benefit from aricept (donepezil)

Question 10

does aricept (donepezil) for pd problems work well?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The only drug fda approved with parkinson's disease dementia is exelon(rivastigmine)- but aricept(donepizil) is commonly used as well. It may help with the cognitive problems as  well as help maintain function in those with pdd.

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