superb Aricept ODT Generic Name: Donepezil Orally Disintegrating Tablets (doe NEP e zil) Brand Name: Aricept ODT Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings User Reviews Drug Images Support Group Q & A Uses of Aricept ODT: It is used to treat dementia. It is used to treat Alzheimer's disease. It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor. Slideshow Alzheimer's Disease Treatment Options: A Healthcare Professional's Guide What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Aricept ODT? If you have an allergy to donepezil or any other part of Aricept ODT (donepezil orally disintegrating tablets). If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you are breast-feeding or plan to breast-feed. This medicine may interact with other drugs or health problems. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. What are some things I need to know or do while I take Aricept ODT? Tell all of your health care providers that you take Aricept ODT. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. This medicine is not a cure for Alzheimer's disease. Stay under the care of your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine while you are pregnant. How is this medicine (Aricept ODT) best taken? Use Aricept ODT as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Keep taking this medicine as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well. To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses. Take Aricept ODT at bedtime. Take with or without food. Drink lots of noncaffeine liquids unless told to drink less liquid by your doctor. Wash and dry your hands before you take this medicine. Do not touch the tablet with wet or damp hands. Place on the tongue and let melt. Do not swallow it whole. Do not take Aricept ODT out of the blister pack until you are ready to take it. Take this medicine right away after opening the blister pack. Do not store the removed drug for future use. Drink a glass of water after the tablet has melted. What do I do if I miss a dose? Skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. If you miss 7 days of Aricept ODT, call your doctor to find out what to do. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Slow heartbeat. A heartbeat that does not feel normal. Trouble passing urine. Seizures. Heartburn. Very bad belly pain. Throwing up blood or throw up that looks like coffee grounds. Black, tarry, or bloody stools. Very upset stomach or throwing up. Trouble breathing that is new or worse. Dark urine. Muscle pain or weakness. A very bad and sometimes deadly health problem called neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) may happen. Call your doctor right away if you have any fever, muscle cramps or stiffness, dizziness, very bad headache, confusion, change in thinking, fast heartbeat, heartbeat that does not feel normal, or are sweating a lot. What are some other side effects of Aricept ODT? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Dizziness. Loose stools (diarrhea). Upset stomach or throwing up. Not able to sleep. Feeling tired or weak. Muscle cramps. Not hungry. Weight loss. Headache. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Aricept ODT? Store at room temperature. Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take Aricept ODT or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to Aricept ODT (donepezil orally disintegrating tablets). This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine. Review Date: November 1, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about Aricept ODT (donepezil) Side Effects During Pregnancy Dosage Information Drug Images Drug Interactions Support Group En Español 2 Reviews Add your own review/rating Generic Availability Drug class: cholinesterase inhibitors Consumer resources Aricept ODT Professional resources Aricept ODT (FDA) Donepezil Hydrochloride (AHFS Monograph) Other Formulations Aricept Related treatment guides Alzheimer's Disease Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only C Pregnancy Category Risk cannot be ruled out N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug Approval History Drug history at FDA Aricept ODT Rating 2 User Reviews 9.7 /10 2 User Reviews 9.7 Rate it! Manufacturers Eisai Inc. Pfizer Inc. 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