Donep 5 MG Syrup

Donep 5 MG Syrup is a cholinesterase inhibitor that is used to treat a brain disorder that affects the ability to remember, communicate, think clearly, and perform daily activities and may cause changes in mood and personality in people who have Alzheimer's disease. It improves mental function by increasing the amount of certain chemicals in the brain. However, it does not cure Alzheimer’s disease completely. The side effect of this medication includes loss of appetite, difficulty sleeping, gastrointestinal upset, vomiting, diarrhoea or muscle cramping.

Your doctor may prescribe you a low dose initially to decrease the risk of side effects and gradually increase your dose after 4 to 6 weeks. Your doctor may increase your dose again 3 or more months later. Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it.

• Alzheimer's Disease

  Donep 5 MG Syrup helps in treating Alzheimer's disease which is a progressive brain disorder characterized by memory loss and difficulty in thinking.

• Allergy

  Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Donep 5 MG Syrup.

• Diarrhoea

• Loss Of Appetite

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Trouble Sleeping

• Muscle Cramps

• Dizziness

• Frequent Urination

• Headache

• Weight Loss

• Unusual Bleeding

• Joint Pain

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of Donep 5 MG Syrup lasts for an average duration of 7 to 8 days.

• What is the onset of action?

  The time taken to reach peak concentration is 3 to 4 hours.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women should not use this medication. In case of consumption of Donep 5 MG Syrup, you must consult doctor.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  It is not known whether this medication is excreted in breastmilk. It is not recommended in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking Donep 5 MG Syrup.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Donep 5 MG Syrup is cholinesterase inhibitors. It works by increasing the cholinergic function by increasing the concentration of acetylcholine through reversible inhibition of its hydrolysis by acetylcholinesterase.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Carvedilol

  These medicines may lower the heart rate and blood pressure if taken together. Inform the doctor if you are receiving antihypertensives like carvedilol, metoprolol, and nifedipine. Any symptoms of dizziness, irregular heartbeat should be informed to the doctor. Dose adjustment or an alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  Oxcarbazepine

  Inform the doctor if you are receiving oxcarbazepine, carbamazepine as these medicines will decrease the effect of Donep 5 MG Syrup. Any symptoms of worsening of the condition should be reported to the doctor. Dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

  Tramadol

  These medicines may increase the risk of seizures if taken together. The risk is more in the elderly population with the history of head injury or seizures. Any symptoms of seizures should be informed to the doctor. The dose of either of the medicines should be adjusted based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  Bradycardia

  This medication is not recommended in patients with existing heart disease. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  Lung Disease

  This medicine is not recommended in patients with lung disorders like asthma or COPD. Inform the doctor if you have any symptoms of breathing difficulty. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.