When and How Do I Take Donepezil?
Some general considerations for when and how to take the medication include:
- Donepezil comes in the form of an oral tablet, an orally disintegrating tablet, or as an oral solution. Make sure you follow the directions for the specific form of donepezil that you were prescribed.
- It should be taken once a day at bedtime, with or without food.
- If you are taking the tablet form of donepezil, it is recommended that you take it with a drink of water or other fluid.
- If you are taking the orally disintegrating tablet form, you should place the tablet on your tongue, allow it to dissolve, and then swallow. It is recommended that you drink a glass of water after the tablet has dissolved.
- If you are taking the oral solution form, you should use a specially marked spoon or syringe to measure your dose, since the average household teaspoon is not accurate enough.
- It should be taken at the same time every day to help maintain an even level of medicine in the blood. Do not take it more often than directed.
- For the medicine to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. It will not work if you stop taking it.
The dosage that your healthcare provider recommends will vary depending on a number of factors, including:
- How you respond to donepezil
- Other medical conditions you may have
- Other medications you may be currently taking.
As with any medication, do not adjust your dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
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