Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat Alzheimer's disease. It helps to slow down the progression of moderate to severe Alzheimer's by improving memory and thinking. It also increases the levels of a chemical messenger involved in the transmission of nerve signals.

Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of cholinesterase inhibitors - Alzheimer's disease and NMDA inhibitors- Alzheimer's disease.

Side effects of Depzil Plus Tablet

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 them

Common side effects of Depzil Plus

Nausea
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Diarrhea
Headache
Dizziness
Bleeding under the skin

How to use Depzil Plus Tablet

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. Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Depzil Plus Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet

₹10.2/Tablet

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₹6.96/tablet

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₹18.4/tablet

80% costlier

Alzil-M 5 Tablet

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₹19.2/tablet

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Aricep-M Tablet

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Quick tips

Depzil Plus Tablet

Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet is used for the symptomatic treatment of alzheimer's disease. It does not cure alzheimer's, but may help with brain function and doing daily activities.
Monitor your body weight regularly as both Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet and alzheimer's disease can cause weight loss.
Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures as it may raise the chances of seizure if you had them in the past.
It may cause stomach ulcers, specially if you are also taking medications for inflammation or pain. Talk to your doctor if you vomit blood or have black colored stools.

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Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.

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FAQs

Depzil Plus Tablet

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet?

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.

What are the contraindications to the use of Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet?

Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg 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.

What should I inform my doctor before using Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet?

Before taking Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg 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.

What if the patient takes more of Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet than recommended?

If the patient overdose on Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet, go to nearest medical emergency department or call your doctor immediately.

Can the use of Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Depzil Plus 5mg/5mg 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.

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References

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