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Brand name: Donepezil Hydrochloride (Apo) TM
Active ingredients: donepezil
What it is used for
Donepezil is indicated for the treatment of mild, moderate and severe Alzheimer's disease.
How to take it
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
- The way to take this medicine: Oral
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Yellow, circular, biconvex, film coated tablets embossed with 'C' on one side and '6' on the other side.
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Food interactions
For the active ingredient donepezil
- Avoid alcohol.
- Take without regard to meals.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December 1, 2018. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
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.
Download leaflet
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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