Donepezil (Aricept) is a reversible Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. It is used to treat loss of memory and thinking ability associated with Alzheimer's disease. To know more about the uses of Aricept, you will need to speak to your doctor or pharmacist.

Donepezil may be taken on an empty stomach or with food. Donepezil can be taken in the evening. However, follow the directions for using Donepezil provided by your doctor if ant other timing is directed by your doctor.

Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Consult your doctor about the possible side effects of using Aricept for your condition.

Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other.

Symptoms of overdose may include severe nausea, vomiting, sweating, slow pulse rate, dizziness, lightheadedness, slow breathing and seizures. If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Do not let anyone else take your medication. Do not use Aricept for other health conditions. If using Donepezil for an extended period, obtain refills before your supply runs out. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

If you take Aricept once a day at bedtime and miss the dose, do not remember to take until next morning then skip the missed dose. Do not take the dose in the morning or take two doses at once.

Aricept should be stored at room temperature. It should be kept away from excess heat and moisture. Hence, should not be stored in the bathroom. Aricept should be kept in the container it came in only. The container should be kept tightly closed and out of reach of children. If the medicine become outdated or you are no longer taking it then you need to discard it safely. Consult your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.