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All prescription drugs have side effects. The active ingredients of drugs must be potent to treat diseases. Aricept (donepezil hydrochloride) has side effects. Side effects may be avoided by gradually increasing dosage. Some (not all) of donepezil side effects are listed below, some of which you refer in your response to Falconer’s post:


“Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. To reduce your risk of side effects (such as nausea and diarrhea), your doctor will start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose over weeks to months. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully. Do not increase your dose or use this drug more often than prescribed.”

https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-14334-9218/donepezil-oral/donepezil-oral/details

“Aricept (donepezil hydrochloride) is a cholinesterase inhibitor that reduces or prevents acetylcholinebreakdown in brain tissue. Aricept is used to treat mild to moderate dementia like that found in patients with Alzheimer's disease. Aricept is not a cure; it reduces symptoms. Aricept is available as a generic. Common side effects of Aricept include

feeling unwell (malaise),
appetite loss,
weight loss,
sleep problems (insomnia),
muscle cramps,
tiredness,
drowsiness,
dizziness,
weakness,
shakiness (tremor),
itchy skin,
nausea,
vomiting, or
diarrhea.

Tell your doctor if you experience serious side effects of Aricept including painful urination, seizures, chest pain, and GI symptoms of tarry or bloody stools and vomiting blood or material that resembles "coffee grounds."

Aricept (donepezil hydrochloride) is available for oral administration in film-coated tablets in doses of 5, 10, or 23 mg of donepezil hydrochloride. Aricept may interact with many drugs; tell the physician if you have a history of breathing problems, heart disease, fainting, seizures, GI diseases or urinary problems because they may get worst with this drug. Aricept is not recommended for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Aricept safety and effectiveness has not been studied in the pediatric population.

Our Aricept Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.”

https://www.rxlist.com/aricept-side-effects-drug-center.htm