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Side effects of aricept-bad dreams?
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Yes: These can be fairly common with aricept (donepezil).
Answered 10/26/2013
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yes: Nightmare often can occur. One solution, take in am after awakening, as timing may be an issue, but not always. And it may be dose related, with possible better control at 5 mg dose.
Answered 3/8/2018
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