Generic Aricept

 

The number of patients with Alzheimer’s disease is on the rise taking the toll to millions in the United States alone. But, we are now more aware of the disease’s impact on the brain than in the past, thanks to various researches on this brain disorder. Elderly people in the age group of 65-85 and more are prime candidates for this disease that hamper their memory, thinking and other cognitive processes. Though we are able to figure out what this brain disorder is all about and what its symptoms are, we are yet to know how to cure or prevent it. The only option before us is to treat its symptoms and improve them. For this, we have the most effective medication – Aricept (Donepezil).

 

Developed by Eisai and its partner Pfizer, Aricept is indicated for the treatment of all stages of dementia (mild, moderate, and severe) related to the Alzheimer’s disease. However, the effectiveness of the drug may vary from person to person. Basically, you may experience three types of results: an improvement in symptoms, no change in symptoms (status quo), or slower progression of symptoms in comparison to without Aricept. You should remember one thing that Alzheimer’s gets deteriorated with the passing of time. So, if you have no change or slower deterioration of symptoms, it means that Donepezil is working.

 

The benefits of Aricept may be experienced after several weeks or longer. In some cases, people continue to see improvements in their symptoms for several months and start to experience a decline later on. This scenario is quite usual and indicates that though the medication is working, the disease keeps on advancing.

 

As Aricept (Donepezil) slows down the symptoms, patients will be able to perform their daily activities without taking help from others. Various day-to-day activities may include handling phone and mail, getting dressed, doing household jobs, taking bath a bit longer, eating meals, or managing money without assistance.

 

Another benefit of using Aricept therapy is it can help to hold up nursing home placement. According to a study, patients with Alzheimer’s disease took Aricept for at least 9 to 12 months and lived at home almost 2 years longer. Though multiple factors might have contributed to this type of result, Aricept (Donepezil) is certainly one of them.

 

Regular use of Aricept tablets can also help patients with Alzheimer’s-related behavioral problems. Studies have shown that mild to moderate Alzheimer’s patients taking Aricept performed better in terms of remembering, learning, and cognition than those who took a sugar pill. The medication also retarded the loss of overall function that may involve consequences on behavior and day-to-day activities. Similarly, another study measuring cognition on severe Alzheimer’s patients found that on average people who were administered an Aricept (Donepezil) pill performed better on thinking tests than those who were given a sugar pill.

 

Though Aricept can’t cure Alzheimer’s disease, it can surely help you or your beloved ones to have some more time for enjoying life to the fullest.