Donjil 5mg Tablet is used to treat mild to moderate dementia in Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive illness that gradually affects memory and thinking. It does not cure this illness but may help improve memory, awareness, and other symptoms.

Donjil 5mg Tablet is used to treat symptoms of Alzheimer's disease that include memory loss, confusion and behaviour changes

Uses of Donjil Tablet

Alzheimer's disease

Benefits of Donjil Tablet

In Alzheimer's disease

In people with Alzheimer’s disease, certain nerve cells die in the brain. This results in lower levels of a chemical called acetylcholine which helps nerve cells to communicate with each other. This leads to symptoms of dementia such as memory loss, confusion, disorientation, problems with speech and language, and personality changes. Donjil 5mg Tablet increases the amount of acetylcholine and helps brain cells to communicate. It can, therefore, improve some of the symptoms such as memory, awareness, and the ability to carry out daily functions for a time. However, it is not a cure. You should use the medicine exactly as prescribed. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep using the medicine even if you do not think it is working.

Side effects of Donjil 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 Donjil

Common cold
Urinary incontinence
Rash
Nausea
Diarrhea
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Weight loss

How to use Donjil 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. Donjil 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 Donjil 5mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Donjil 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

Donjil 5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Donjil 5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

Liver

CAUTION

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

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Donjil 5mg Tablet to slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
It does not cure Alzheimer's disease but may help improve brain function and ability to do daily activities.
Take it with or without food, preferably at night before going to bed.
It may cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking Donjil 5mg Tablet.
Monitor your body weight regularly as both Donjil 5mg Tablet and Alzheimer's disease can cause weight loss.
Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Donjil 5mg Tablet affects you.
Be cautious while taking this medicine if you suffer from peptic ulcer as it may cause vomiting, stomach bleeding, stomach pain, or discomfort.
Inform your doctor if you develop muscle tremors, especially if you have Parkinson’s disease.
Inform your doctor if you experience seizures or convulsions while taking this medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Carbamate Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Cholinesterase inhibitors - Alzheimer's disease

Patient concerns

Why the failure of Alzheimer's therapy now a days???

Dr. Vikas Sharma

Neurology

as the disese mechanisms are still not defined in absolute terms; still PATIENT is needed and is ongoing

Sir, My father ( an advocate) has developed symptoms of Alzheimer recently and sometimes he takes medicines on his own. He gets weak and unable to walk after taking tablets. Is there any test which can tell which medicines that he took? He takes Ayurved, Allopath, Homeopathy all and does not listen to me. Kindly help

Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal

Pathology

Dear Sir Thank you for consulting with me. Alzheimer's disease is a difficult disease to handle since patient develops dementia or forgetfulness. There are no blood tests which can tell you which medicines he took. Please consult a neurologist/ Psychiatrist

I am suffering from alzehimer. I forget things like where I put key in morning. Some small things which makes me to suffer from condolence. What is the reason and how can I cure it ?

Dr. Ambrish Dharmadhikari

Psychiatry

Alzheimer's have many reasons which may be genetic, vitamins deficiency, hormonal problems, alcohol, other drugs, age related and others. We need to investigate you for finding cause. I strongly advice consultation with psychiatrist. If you are from Mumbai, see me.There is no cure to Alzheimer's, but we can suppress symptoms. Looking at your age, I am very much sure you are not suffering from Alzheimer's!!!!

Myself and wife started infertility treatment. My doctor has prescribed ubefit, carnimed plus and linearity for sperm count increase. Will these drugs improve my sperm count? When I checked the indication of these drugs in Google, it shows different indications like heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's disease like that, hence I am afraid of taking these drugs. Kindly provide your valuable comments.

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

It is not predictableBut benefit is less

FAQs

Why is Donjil 5mg Tablet taken at night?

Donjil 5mg Tablet is recommended to be taken before going to bed to reduce gastrointestinal side effects or nausea, which is commonly seen in some patients in the first few weeks of treatment.

Do the gastrointestinal side effects due to Donjil 5mg Tablet persist for a long time?

Gastrointestinal side effects may appear during the first few weeks of treatment with Donjil 5mg Tablet. This can be minimized by taking Donjil 5mg Tablet at bedtime and with food. Generally, these side effects are mild and disappear within a few weeks with continued treatment.

How long does it take for Donjil 5mg Tablet to start working?

Within the first month of treatment with Donjil 5mg Tablet, you may experience improvement in thinking and remembering (cognitive effect). However, it may take about 12 weeks to see the full benefits.

When should Donjil 5mg Tablet be stopped?

Do not stop Donjil 5mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. This medicine only helps to control your condition but does not cure it. Therefore, it may take several weeks to show benefits, so do not be discouraged if you do not see an improvement straight away. But, in case your condition starts worsening and you feel that it is no longer helping you, then you should consult a doctor before stopping it.

For how long does Donjil 5mg Tablet stay in your system?

Donjil 5mg Tablet gets removed from the body very slowly. It takes about two weeks or more for Donjil 5mg Tablet to be completely removed from the system.

Does Donjil 5mg Tablet cause depression?

No, Donjil 5mg Tablet does not cause depression. If you are experiencing symptoms, then it could be due to existing Alzheimer’s disease.

What if I take more than the prescribed dose of Donjil 5mg Tablet?

Taking more than the recommended dose of Donjil 5mg Tablet may cause vomiting, increased sweating or saliva production, slow heartbeat, dizziness, difficulty in breathing, seizures or fits, weakness, low blood pressure, convulsions, and inability to control your bowel motions or passing of urine (incontinence). You should seek immediate help from a doctor or emergency service of a nearby hospital.

I have been taking indomethacin for arthritis. Can I take Donjil 5mg Tablet?

Donjil 5mg Tablet does not interfere with the working of indomethacin, but indomethacin individually increases the risk of stomach bleeding when taken for a long time. Therefore, if you experience any symptoms of stomach bleeding, consult your doctor immediately.

Does Donjil 5mg Tablet cause hallucinations?

Hallucinations are a common side effect of Donjil 5mg Tablet, though not everyone is affected. Other common psychiatric side effects include agitation, aggressive behavior, nightmares, and abnormal dreams.

Who should not take Donjil 5mg Tablet?

Donjil 5mg Tablet should not be taken by patients who have hypersensitivity to Donjil 5mg Tablet hydrochloride, piperidine derivatives, or to any active ingredients used in the medicine. Also, it should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary.

Can it cause insomnia?

Yes, insomnia (sleeplessness) is a common side effect of Donjil 5mg Tablet. Dizziness and fainting can also be seen as common side effects. Though these side effects are common, they do not occur in everyone.

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