ARICEPT D Tablets 3mg / 5mg / 10mg [Brand Name]

・For slowing progression of symptoms of dementia associated with Alzheimer's disease: ・In general, for adults, give 3 mg as the active ingredient at a time once a day for the first one to two weeks. Subsequently, the dose will be increased to 5 mg at a time once a day. ・Additionally, if the disease has progressed, after giving 5 mg at a time once a day for more than 4 weeks, the daily dose will be increased to 10 mg at a time once a day. The dosage should be adjusted according to the symptoms.
・This product is available in 3mg, 5mg and 10mg tablets. Select the strength prescribed by your doctor from the options above.
・For slowing progression of symptoms of dementia associated with Lewy body dementia: ・In general, for adults, give 3 mg as the active ingredient at a time once a day for the first one to two weeks. Subsequently, the dose will be increased to 5 mg at a time once a day. ・Additionally, after giving 5 mg at a time once a day for more than 4 weeks, the daily dose will be increased to 10 mg at a time once a day. The dosage may be decreased to 5 mg at a time once a day according to the symptoms.
・In any case, strictly follow the instructions.
・If the dosage is increased to 10 mg at a time once a day, pay attention to gastrointestinal adverse reactions.
・When giving this medicine, place the tablet in the patient's mouth and allow it to dissolve, and then let it swallow with or without a half-glass of water. This medicine should not be taken without water when the patient is lying down.
・If you miss giving a dose, give a dose as soon as you notice it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. ・You should never give two doses at one time.