Donazil 10mg Tablet

Short Description

Donazil 10mg Tablet is used to treat mild to moderate dementia in Alzheimer's disease, a progressive illness that gradually affects memory and thinking.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Your doctor will explain how to take Donazil 10mg Tablet. You may take it with food, preferably at night before going to bed. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit. The dose may change from time to time to suit your individual needs. It can take up to a few weeks for symptoms to improve so keep taking your medicine regularly. You should not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.

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. Donazil 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Memory loss in Alzheimer's disease occurs due to disturbances of signal transmission in the brain. Donazil 10mg Tablet is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) involved in transmission of nerve signals. This improves memory and thinking.

You have been prescribed Donazil 10mg Tablet to slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease. Take it with or without food, preferably at night before going to bed. It may cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking Donazil 10mg Tablet. Monitor your body weight regularly as both Donazil 10mg Tablet and Alzheimer's disease can cause weight loss. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Donazil 10mg Tablet affects you.