Donepezil - Are there any adverse effects of discontinuing aricept abruptly?

Hi

Adverse Events Leading to Discontinuation

Aricept [donepezil hydrochloride]

The most common adverse events.These include nausea, diarrhea, insomnia, vomiting, muscle cramp, fatigue and anorexia. These adverse events are often of mild intensity and transient, resolving during continued ARICEPT treatment without the need for dose modification.

There is evidence to suggest that the frequency of these common adverse events may be affected by the rate of titration.It can affect the body as a whole.

I recommend you talk his/her or your doctor and reduce the doses gradually.

It is my own personal opinion.

At the end of the day it is your life your actions and the consequences of these.I do not mean this as an insult, I am only concerned.

Take care and best of luck.