Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Donepezil as follows: Potentiation of acetylcholine action in the body, secondary to donepezil use, can result in reduced heart rate and low blood pressure. This side-effect of donepezil intake can lead to complications, especially in individuals with history of hypotension or bradycardia. This side-effect of donepezil can also pose an issue in individuals with history of hypertension or tachycardia and taking medications for the same. [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Donepezil as follows: Potentiation of acetylcholine action in the body, secondary to donepezil use, can result in narrowing of airways and increased effort of breathing. This side-effect of donepezil intake can lead to complications, especially in individuals with history of asthma and COPD. Discuss with your physician regarding your history of breathing disorders, if any, and your safety with donepezil. Promptly report to your physician [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Donepezil as follows: Donepezil intake closer to the sleep time can result in insomnia, with patients presenting with restlessness and irritability during the day time. If the insomnia is being severe, avoid taking the medication at bedtime. Report the insomnia to your physician and plan to have the medication sometime during the day, to avoid the induction of insomnia, with donepezil taken at sleep time. [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Donepezil as follows: Potentiation of acetylcholine action in the body, secondary to donepezil use, can also result in increased frequency of urination/polyuria and increased fluid loss. This can be a severe issue, especially in individuals who are on diuretics for blood pressure control and in individuals with poorly controlled blood sugars, as they often present with polyuria. Observe compliance with hydration measures, to avoid risk [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Donepezil as follows: Donepezil can interact with many antidepressants and antipsychotic medications, resulting in nervousness, confusion, mood changes, and development or aggravation of underlying cardiac arrhythmias, leading to debility and sudden cardiac death. Avoid using donepezil together with antidepressant and antipsychotic medications. If you are newly started on donepezil, discuss with your physician regarding your safety, especially with history of antidepressant and/or antipsychotic medication intake, [...]