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Epalon |
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What is Epalon
Epalon improves the function of nerve cells in the brain. It works by preventing the breakdown of a chemical called acetylcholine. People with dementia usually have lower levels of this chemical, which is important for the processes of memory, thinking, and reasoning.Epalon is used to treat mild to moderate dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease.
Epalon is not a cure for Alzheimer's disease. This condition will progress over time, even in people who take Epalon.
Epalon may also be used for other purposes not listed in Epalon guide.
Epalon side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.Stop using Epalon and call your doctor at once if you have:
- severe or ongoing vomiting;
- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
- slow heartbeats;
- seizure ;
- painful or difficult urination;
- new or worsening breathing problems; or
- signs of stomach bleeding--severe heartburn or stomach pain, bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
Common side effects may include:
- nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;
- loss of appetite;
- muscle pain;
- sleep problems (insomnia); or
- feeling tired;.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Side effects (in more detail)
Epalon dosing
Usual Adult Dose for Alzheimer's Disease:
Initial dose: 5 mg orally once a day, in the evening prior to retiringMild to moderate Alzheimer's disease:
-Maintenance dose: 10 mg orally once a day, after the patient has been on an initial dose of 5 mg once a day for 4 to 6 weeks
Moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease:
-Maintenance dose: 23 mg orally once a day, after the patient has been on a dose of 10 mg once a day for at least 3 months
Comments: A higher dose of 10 mg may or may not provide a statistically significantly greater clinical benefit than a 5 mg dose. Prescriber and patient's preference should be considered.
Uses: For mild, moderate, and severe Alzheimer's type dementia
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| Strength | Quantity | Price, USD | Country |
| A Rui Si | |||
| Aldocept | |||
| Altzer | |||
| Aricept Evess | |||
| Aricept Evess 5 mg x 28's | $56.00 | ||
| Aricept Evess orodispersible tab 5 mg 28's | $56.00 | Eisai | |
| Aricept Evess 10 mg x 28's | $72.80 | ||
| Aricept Evess orodispersible tab 10 mg 28's | $72.80 | Eisai | |
| Arizil | |||
| Asenta | |||
| Cipozel | |||
| Cogiton ODT | |||
| Cognezil ODT | |||
| Dement | |||
| Depzil | |||
| Depzil 10 mg Tablet | $0.14 | ||
| Depzil 10mg Tablet | $0.14 | Psycormedies | |
| DEPZIL 10MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) | $1.40 | Psycormedies | |
| DEPZIL film-coated tab 10 mg x 10's | $1.40 | Psycorem | |
| 10 mg x 100's | $14.00 | ||
| Depzil 10mg FC-TAB / 100 | $14.00 | ||
| Depzil 5 mg Tablet | $0.08 | ||
| DEPZIL film-coated tab 5 mg x 10's | $0.84 | Psycorem | |
| 5 mg x 100's | $8.40 | ||
| Depzil 5mg FC-TAB / 100 | $8.40 | ||
| Depzil (5 mg) | |||
| DEPZIL film-coated tab 10 mg x 10's | $1.40 | Psycorem | |
| 5 mg x 100's | $8.40 | ||
| Dilpeze | |||
| Dimenta | |||
| Donasure (5 mg) | |||
| 5 mg | 10 Tablet | $1.33 | |
| 5 mg | 10 Tablet | $1.89 | |
| Donasure 10 mg Tablet | $0.19 | ||
| 10 mg x 10's | $1.89 | ||
| DONASURE tab 10 mg x 10's | $1.89 | Gentech HC | |
| Donasure 10mg TAB / 10 | $1.89 | ||
| Donasure 5 mg Tablet | $0.13 | ||
| 5 mg x 10's | $1.33 | ||
| DONASURE tab 5 mg x 10's | $1.33 | Gentech HC | |
| Donasure 5mg TAB / 10 | $1.33 | ||
| Doneclair | |||
| Donectil ODT | |||
| Donedim | |||
| Donegen | |||
| Donepezil Alter | |||
| Donepezil Alvogen | |||
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| Donepezilo Leugim | |||
| Donepezilo Zentiva | |||
| Donethon | |||
| Donépézil Zentiva | |||
| Dopezil (10 mg) | |||
| DOPEZIL 5MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) | $1.49 | Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd | |
| Dopezil 5 mg Tablet | $0.11 | ||
| Dopezil film-coated tab 5 mg 30's | $32.69 | Medichem | |
| Dosylien | |||
| Dozylen | |||
| Genezil | |||
| Ideclar | |||
| Napezacta | |||
| Sundonnez | |||
| Tregona | |||
| Zolpezil | |||
References
- "Donepezil". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "Donepezil". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0084... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "Donepezil: link to the compound information in wikipedia.". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donep... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Epalon - Frequently asked Questions
Can Epalon be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
What other drugs will affect Epalon?
Tell your doctor about all medicines you use, and those you start or stop using during your treatment with Epalon, especially:
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NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)--aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), celecoxib, diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam, and others;
This list is not complete. Other drugs may interact with Epalon, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.
How should I take Epalon?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
You may take Epalon with or without food.
Do not crush, chew, or break the regular tablet. Swallow it whole.
To take the orally disintegrating tablet (Aricept ODT):
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Keep the tablet in its blister pack until you are ready to take it. Open the package and peel or cut the backing from the tablet blister. Do not push a tablet through the backing or you may damage the tablet.
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Use dry hands to remove the tablet and place it in your mouth.
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Do not swallow the tablet whole. Allow it to dissolve in your mouth without chewing.
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Swallow several times as the tablet dissolves. After the tablet dissolves completely, drink a glass of water.
If you need surgery or dental work, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using Epalon. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.
You should not stop using Epalon without your doctor's advice.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Who should not take Epalon?
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to Epalon or certain other drugs. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any medicines.
To make sure Epalon is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
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a heart rhythm disorder;
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a history of stomach ulcers;
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an enlarged prostate or urination problems;
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liver or kidney disease;
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epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
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trouble swallowing; or
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asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or other breathing disorder.
It is not known whether Epalon will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine.
It is not known whether Epalon passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Can Epalon be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Epalon be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Epalon, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Epalon. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.Patient reports
Patient reported useful
No survey data has been collected yetPatient reported side effects
No survey data has been collected yetOne patient reported price estimates
Do you think The Price of Epalon is Worth It?Do you feel you paid higher than the value you got from it after usage? According to reports from gmedication.com users, on whether the Epalon medicine is affordable, users shared different opinions on the question. The views concerning the price of the medicine were based on some factors like the brand the patient bought, the price compared to its level of effectiveness, the nation or country where the medicine is sold, and the amount of money the patient has. For users who are of the opinion that the medicine is unaffordable, they may have to consider a medicine with another brand in a bid to reduce cost.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Not expensive | 1 | 100.0% | |
One patient reported frequency of use
How often should I take Epalon?According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Epalon should take Once in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Once in a day | 1 | 100.0% | |
One patient reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used?Epalon May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 11-50mg | 1 | 100.0% | |
One patient reported time for results
How long will I use Epalon before I begin to notice the effect?According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about 1 month and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Epalon. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Epalon kindly click here
| Patients | % | ||
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| 1 month | 1 | 100.0% | |
Patient reported administration
No survey data has been collected yetOne patient reported age
| Patients | % | ||
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| 30-45 | 1 | 100.0% | |
Patient reviews
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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology