Dope 10mg 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.

Dope 10mg Tablet is used to treat symptoms of Alzheimer's disease that include memory loss, confusion and behaviour changes

Uses of Dope Tablet

Side effects of Dope 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 Dope

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

How to use Dope 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. Dope 10mg 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 Dope 10mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dope 10mg 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

Dope 10mg 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

Dope 10mg 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

Dope 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dope 10mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Dope 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dope 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Dope 10mg 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 Dope 10mg Tablet.
Monitor your body weight regularly as both Dope 10mg Tablet and Alzheimer's disease can cause weight loss.
Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Dope 10mg 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

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FAQs

Q. Why is Dope 10mg Tablet taken at night?

Dope 10mg 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.

Q. Do the gastrointestinal side effects due to Dope 10mg Tablet persist for a long time?

Gastrointestinal side effects may appear during the first few weeks of treatment with Dope 10mg Tablet. This can be minimized by taking Dope 10mg Tablet at bedtime and with food. Generally, these side effects are mild and disappear within a few weeks with continued treatment.

Q. How long does it take for Dope 10mg Tablet to start working?

Within the first month of treatment with Dope 10mg Tablet, you may experience improvement in thinking and remembering (cognitive effect). However, it may take about 12 weeks to see the full benefits.

Q. When should Dope 10mg Tablet be stopped?

Do not stop Dope 10mg 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.

Q. For how long does Dope 10mg Tablet stay in your system?

Dope 10mg Tablet gets removed from the body very slowly. It takes about two weeks or more for Dope 10mg Tablet to be completely removed from the system.

Q. Does Dope 10mg Tablet cause depression?

No, Dope 10mg Tablet does not cause depression. If you are experiencing symptoms, then it could be due to existing Alzheimer’s disease.

Q. What if I take more than the prescribed dose of Dope 10mg Tablet?

Taking more than the recommended dose of Dope 10mg 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.

Q. I have been taking indomethacin for arthritis. Can I take Dope 10mg Tablet?

Dope 10mg 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.

Q. Does Dope 10mg Tablet cause hallucinations?

Hallucinations are a common side effect of Dope 10mg Tablet, though not everyone is affected. Other common psychiatric side effects include agitation, aggressive behavior, nightmares, and abnormal dreams.

Q. Who should not take Dope 10mg Tablet?

Dope 10mg Tablet should not be taken by patients who have hypersensitivity to Dope 10mg Tablet hydrochloride, piperidine derivatives, or to any active ingredients used in the medicine. Also, it should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary.

Q. Can it cause insomnia?

Yes, insomnia (sleeplessness) is a common side effect of Dope 10mg 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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Dope 10mg Tablet

Product introduction

Uses of Dope Tablet

Side effects of Dope Tablet

Common side effects of Dope

How to use Dope Tablet

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

Q. Why is Dope 10mg Tablet taken at night?

Q. Do the gastrointestinal side effects due to Dope 10mg Tablet persist for a long time?

Q. How long does it take for Dope 10mg Tablet to start working?

Q. When should Dope 10mg Tablet be stopped?

Q. For how long does Dope 10mg Tablet stay in your system?

Q. Does Dope 10mg Tablet cause depression?

Q. What if I take more than the prescribed dose of Dope 10mg Tablet?

Q. I have been taking indomethacin for arthritis. Can I take Dope 10mg Tablet?

Q. Does Dope 10mg Tablet cause hallucinations?

Q. Who should not take Dope 10mg Tablet?

Q. Can it cause insomnia?

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