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Aricept TM
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Active ingredients: donepezil
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ARICEPT donepezil hydrochloride 5mg tablet blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
ARICEPT (donepezil hydrochloride) is indicated for the treatment of mild, moderate and severe Alzheimer's disease.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- white, film coated, round tablet, engraved with "Aricept" on one side and "5" on the other.
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Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 14 tablets pack
- 28 tablets pack
- 7 tablets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient donepezil
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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