Generic Name
Donepezil
Brand Name
Aricept and Aricept ODT
Class
Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors and central
Proposed Mechanism(s) of Action
Reversibly, but noncompetitively, inhibits central acetylcholinesterase, thus making more acetylcholine available at the nerve synapse.
Indication
Alzheimer’s disease
Off-Label Use
Other memory disorders or mild cognitive impairments
Side Effects
Nausea, diarrhea, insomnia, infection, headache, vomiting, cramping, fatigue, anorexia, hypertension, abnormal dreams, confusion, and syncope
Serious
Seizures and syncope (both rare)
Common
Nausea, diarrhea, weight loss, muscle cramps, fatigue, depression, and abnormal dreaming
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Courtney, J.C., Gonzalez, E.A. (2018). Donepezil. In: Kreutzer, J.S., DeLuca, J., Caplan, B. (eds) Encyclopedia of Clinical Neuropsychology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-57111-9_1651
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