Donepezil (5mg)+ Memantine (10mg)
Alzil-M 10 Tablet can be taken with or without food, but you may take it with food to avoid a stomach upset. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. Do not skip any doses, but if you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and do not stop taking it suddenly.Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, fatigue, and headache. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking this medicine as this medicine may cause diarrhea.Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy or asthma. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other drugs you are using so let your doctor know what these are to be safe. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Alzil-M
10 tablets
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alzil-M 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Alzil-M 10 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Donepezil and Memantine which treat Alzheimer’s disease. Donepezil is a cholinesterase inhibitor while Memantine is an NMDA inhibitor. Together, they balance the levels of chemical messengers in the brain and help in the transmission of nerve signals.
Related Warnings
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alzil-M 10 Tablet.
Alzil-M 10 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Alzil-M 10 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Alzil-M 10 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Alzil-M 10 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alzil-M 10 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Alzil-M 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alzil-M 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Keep this medicine in the packet or container it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.
Alzil-M 10 Tablet is contraindicated in patients who are allergic to Memantine, Donepezil or any of its constituents. Also, inform your doctor about all of patients medical history before using this medicine.
Before taking Alzil-M 10 Tablet, tell the doctor about all of patient's past and present medical conditions, including: problem in heart, lung, liver, kidney or bladder, seizures, stomach ulcers or any scheduled medical procedures. Also, inform your doctor about all the medicines patient takes.
If the patient overdose on Alzil-M 10 Tablet, go to nearest medical emergency department or call your doctor immediately.
Yes, the use of Alzil-M 10 Tablet can cause diarrhea. In case, the patient experience diarrhea, talk to the doctor. Do not take any other medicines without speaking to a doctor.
