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Donepezil DONE

An FDA-approved Alzheimer's medication that raises levels of a brain chemical involved in memory. Human trials support modest improvements in memory and daily functioning, with nausea and vivid dreams as common side effects.

Also known as Aricept

Effects Focus

Routes Oral

Legal status Prescription drug

WADA Not listed

3D Molecular Structure of C₂₄H₂₉NO₃

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Chemistry

Formula: C24H29NO3
Molar mass: 379.5
CAS: 120014-06-4
PubChem CID: 3152

Reported dosing

Approved label

What has been reported in the literature and by users. This is a record of what is done, not a recommendation.

Typical dose 5-10 mg/day

Reported range 5-23 mg/day

Route Oral

Frequency Once daily

Duration Chronic/ongoing (as prescribed)

FDA-approved prescription medication (Aricept) for Alzheimer's disease.

Where this comes from FDA prescribing information

These figures are recorded for reference and are not a recommendation. Dosing is a decision for you and a clinician.