Donamem 10 Tablet

Donamem 10 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat Alzheimer's disease. It helps to slow down the progression of moderate to severe Alzheimer's by improving memory and thinking. It also increases the levels of a chemical messenger involved in the transmission of nerve signals. Donamem 10 Tablet can be taken with or without food, but you may take it with food to avoid a stomach upset. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. Do not skip any doses, but if you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and do not stop taking it suddenly. Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, fatigue, and headache. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking this medicine as this medicine may cause diarrhea. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy or asthma. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other drugs you are using so let your doctor know what these are to be safe. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

• Alzheimer's disease

Donamem 10 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Donepezil and Memantine which treat Alzheimer’s disease. Donepezil is a cholinesterase inhibitor while Memantine is an NMDA inhibitor. Together, they balance the levels of chemical messengers in the brain and help in the transmission of nerve signals.

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

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Fatigue
• Muscle cramp

AlcoholUNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Donamem 10 Tablet.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Donamem 10 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 feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Donamem 10 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

DrivingUNSAFE

Donamem 10 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Donamem 10 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Donamem 10 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

LiverCAUTION

Donamem 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Donamem 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Donamem 10 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Neuro cns