Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet [Donepezil (11.5mg)]

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. Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

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. Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

'- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Donetaz SR 11.5 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

Donetaz SR 11.5 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

Donetaz SR 11.5 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

Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

- Liver : CAUTION

Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\\n

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Chemical Class :: Carbamate Derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS
Action Class :: Cholinesterase inhibitors - Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease

Store below 30?C

Q. Why is Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet taken at night?::: Donetaz SR 11.5 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 Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet persist for a long time?::: Gastrointestinal side effects may appear during the first few weeks of treatment with Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet. This can be minimized by taking Donetaz SR 11.5 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 Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet to start working?::: Within the first month of treatment with Donetaz SR 11.5 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 Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet be stopped?::: Do not stop Donetaz SR 11.5 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 Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet stay in your system?::: Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet gets removed from the body very slowly. It takes about two weeks or more for Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet to be completely removed from the system.| Q. Does Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet cause depression?::: No, Donetaz SR 11.5 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 Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet?::: Taking more than the recommended dose of Donetaz SR 11.5 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 Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet?::: Donetaz SR 11.5 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 Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet cause hallucinations?::: Hallucinations are a common side effect of Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet, though not everyone is affected. Other common psychiatric side effects include agitation, aggressive behavior, nightmares, and abnormal dreams.| Q. Who should not take Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet?::: Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet should not be taken by patients who have hypersensitivity to Donetaz SR 11.5 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 Donetaz SR 11.5 Tablet. Dizziness and fainting can also be seen as common side effects. Though these side effects are common, they do not occur in everyone.