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What Are The Physical Attributes Of Donepezil?

My neurologist prescribed Donepezil I have 3 different pills I thought were Donepezil. A small round white pill has 10 on one side and J on the other. The second pill is a tiny white round pill with kpi116 on one side. The third pill is a small round light peach pill with hh210 on it. Which if any is Donepezil.
Tue, 31 May 2022
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Hi,

Donepezil belongs to the group of medications known as cholinesterase inhibitors is used in the treatment of dementia due to mild, moderate and severe Alzheimer's disease. Low levels of the chemical called acetylcholine, may cause dementia or cognitive impairment. This medication is used to prevent the breakdown of acetylcholine and this prevention can reduce the symptoms of dementia slow down the progress of Alzheimer's disease. According to your statement, the first small round white pill which has 10 on one side and J on the other, has been identified as Donepezil Hydrochloride 10 mg.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician,
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What Are The Physical Attributes Of Donepezil?

Hi, Donepezil belongs to the group of medications known as cholinesterase inhibitors is used in the treatment of dementia due to mild, moderate and severe Alzheimer s disease. Low levels of the chemical called acetylcholine, may cause dementia or cognitive impairment. This medication is used to prevent the breakdown of acetylcholine and this prevention can reduce the symptoms of dementia slow down the progress of Alzheimer s disease. According to your statement, the first small round white pill which has 10 on one side and J on the other, has been identified as Donepezil Hydrochloride 10 mg. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician,