Donzinol
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About Donzinol Products
Uses of Donzinol Products
Donepezil is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. It should be used in patients with moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease.
Donzinol Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Donzinol are Nausea1a, Vomiting, Diarrhea.
How Donzinol 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 Donzinol Products
Frequently asked questions about Donzinol Products
Frequently asked questions about Donepezil
Q. Why is Donzinol 10mg Tablet taken at night?
Donzinol 10mg 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 Donzinol 10mg Tablet persist for a long time?
Gastrointestinal side effects may appear during the first few weeks of treatment with Donzinol 10mg Tablet. This can be minimized by taking Donzinol 10mg 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 Donzinol 10mg Tablet to start working?
Within the first month of treatment with Donzinol 10mg 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 Donzinol 10mg Tablet be stopped?
Do not stop Donzinol 10mg 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 Donzinol 10mg Tablet stay in your system?
Donzinol 10mg Tablet gets removed from the body very slowly. It takes about two weeks or more for Donzinol 10mg Tablet to be completely removed from the system.
Q. Does Donzinol 10mg Tablet cause depression?
No, Donzinol 10mg 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 Donzinol 10mg Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Donzinol 10mg 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 Donzinol 10mg Tablet?
Donzinol 10mg 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 Donzinol 10mg Tablet cause hallucinations?
Hallucinations are a common side effect of Donzinol 10mg Tablet, though not everyone is affected. Other common psychiatric side effects include agitation, aggressive behavior, nightmares, and abnormal dreams.
Q. Who should not take Donzinol 10mg Tablet?
Donzinol 10mg Tablet should not be taken by patients who have hypersensitivity to Donzinol 10mg 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 Donzinol 10mg 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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