Donamem 5 Tablet (Donepezil 5mg / Memantine 5mg)

Donamem 5 Tablet

Donamem 5 Tablet is a combination of medicine, which is used for the treatment of moderate to severe dementia associated with Alzheimer’s disease, a condition in which the patient’s memory and ability to think, communicate, learn, and handle daily activities are impaired slowly. This medicine does not cure Alzheimer’s disease; it improves the symptoms of the disease and delays disease progression.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Donamem 5 Tablet
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Nausea and Vomiting
Muscle cramps
Frequent urination
Headache
Unusual bleeding
Joint pain
Shortness of breath
Hallucinations
Dizziness and Drowsiness
Irregular heart beat
Weight loss
Body pain

Uses of Donamem 5 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Alzheimer’s disease
This medicine is used for the treatment of moderate to severe dementia associated with Alzheimer’s disease, a condition in which the patient’s memory and ability to think, communicate, learn, and handle daily activities are impaired slowly. It helps to improve symptoms of and slow down the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.

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When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to memantine, donepezil, or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

General Instructions

Take this medicine with or without food. Follow all the labeled instructions while taking this medicine. A caregiver has to monitor the drug intake by the patient. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

General warnings

Gastrointestinal bleeding and/or Peptic ulcer disease
This medicine is known to increase gastric acid secretion and may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Inform the doctor if you have any symptoms of blood in stools and burning stomach. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Seizures
This medicine should be used with caution in patients who are suffering from seizures due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Genitourinary conditions
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with genitourinary conditions due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Cardiovascular diseases
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with preexisting bradycardia or heart disease like heart failure, stroke, heart block, etc due to the increased risk of adverse effects. A fall in blood pressure, changes in the pulse, dizziness and other associated complications should be reported to the doctor on priority. It is advised to not take this medicine if the patient has recently suffered a heart attack. An alternative treatment option should be considered in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in children or adolescents since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.