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Contraindications for Donepezil Use-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Donepezil as follows: In the event of any current manifestations of any allergic response with this medication, report it to your physician or other health care personnel immediately, to check regarding your safety with continuing on intake of this medication. Do not take donepezil with alcohol or opioid pain medications, such as, hydrocodone and codeine, as these products can compound the drowsiness donepezil can cause, thus compromising safety [...]

Side Effects of Donepezil-5

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Donepezil as follows: Central nervous system side-effects Potentiation of acetylcholine action in the body, secondary to donepezil use, can result in disturbance in the neurotransmitter balance controlling the mood and behavior. This can result in increased risk of deterioration of mood disorders with worsening of clinical symptoms. Individuals can present with complaints such as, feeling low and depressed, anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, gross appetite changes, impulsiveness, [...]

Side Effects of Donepezil-4

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Donepezil as follows: Cardiovascular side-effects Potentiation of acetylcholine action in the body, secondary to donepezil use, can result in reduced heart rate and low blood pressure. Hypotension can lead to episodes of confusion and dizziness, thus increasing the risk for fall and accidents. This side-effect of donepezil intake can lead to complications, especially in individuals with history of hypotension or taking medications to lower the heart rate, [...]

Side Effects of Donepezil-3

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Donepezil as follows: Gastrointestinal side-effects Donepezil use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting, especially when taken on empty stomach. Taking dose of olanzapine with a glass of water, after having some food or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Potentiation of acetylcholine action in the body, secondary to donepezil use, can result in increased bowel [...]

Side Effects of Donepezil-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Donepezil as follows: Musculoskeletal side-effects Donepezil intake carries the risk of lowering the threshold for seizures, thereby, resulting in seizure activity, especially in individuals with history of the same. Donepezil must be cautiously administered in individuals with seizure history, along with appropriate anti-seizure therapy in place. Donepezil intake can also induce a life-threatening reaction called Neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Individuals taking donepezil can present with high fever, episodes [...]