apollo
0
Prescription drug
 Trailing icon
Consult Doctor

Manufacturer/Marketer

D D Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Dope Plus 5mg Tablet

Dope Plus 5mg Tablet is used to treat Alzheimer's disease (memory loss). Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurodisorder that affects the brain. It causes the brain to shrink (atrophy) and brain cells (neurons) to die. 

Dope Plus 5mg Tablet is a combination medication containing Donepezil and Memantine, which treat Alzheimer’s disease. Donepezil is a cholinesterase inhibitor that works by preventing the breakdown of the chemical acetylcholine and improving the function of nerve cells in the brain. Memantine works by lowering the level of the chemical in the brain which is responsible for causing symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. Together, both of them balance the levels of chemical messengers in the brain and help transmit nerve signals.

Take Dope Plus 5mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Dope Plus 5mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. Preferably, take it before just bedtime. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, weight loss, loss of appetite, dryness in the mouth, dizziness, nausea, diarrhoea, and headache. Most of these side effects of Dope Plus 5mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Dope Plus 5mg Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive a car or operate any machinery that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Increase the intake of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking Dope Plus 5mg Tablet as it may cause diarrhoea. Before using Dope Plus 5mg Tablet , inform your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy, or asthma.

Uses of Dope Plus 5mg Tablet

Treatment of Alzheimer's disease (memory loss).

Medicinal Benefits

Dope Plus 5mg Tablet is a combination medication containing Donepezil and Memantine, which treat Alzheimer’s disease. It helps to slow down the progression of moderate to severe Alzheimer's by improving memory and thinking. It also increases the levels of a chemical messenger involved in the transmission of nerve signals. Donepezil is a cholinesterase inhibitor that works by improving the function of nerve cells in the brain by preventing the breakdown of the chemical acetylcholine. Memantine works by lowering the level of chemicals in the brain, which is responsible for causing symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. Together, they balance the levels of chemical messengers in the brain and help transmit nerve signals.

Side Effects of Dope Plus 5mg Tablet

  • Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Dryness in the mouth
  • Dizziness
  • Weight loss
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache

Directions for Use

Swallow Dope Plus 5mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Dope Plus 5mg Tablet if you are allergic to Dope Plus 5mg Tablet or any of its ingredients. Dope Plus 5mg Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Increase the intake of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking Dope Plus 5mg Tablet as it may cause diarrhoea. Before using Dope Plus 5mg Tablet , inform your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy, or asthma. Take Dope Plus 5mg Tablet preferably just before bedtime.

Therapeutic Class

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Dope Plus 5mg Tablet is known to interact with pain killers (aspirin), anticholinergics (donepezil), antiparkinson's disease (amantadine), ketamine, dextromethorphan), anti-fungal (ketoconazole),  anti-epilepsy medicines (phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital), corticosteroid (dexamethasone), anti-tuberculosis medicines (rifampin), stomach ulcer medicines (cimetidine, ranitidine), dopaminergic agonists (bromocriptine).

Drug-Food Interaction: $name is known to interact with alcohol as it might increase sleepiness.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Dope Plus 5mg Tablet is known to interact in patients with kidney or liver disease, asthma, heart disease, history of seizures, stomach ulcers, history of intestinal bleeding, urination problems, bladder obstruction.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • DONEPEZIL
  • AMANTADINE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • DEXAMETHASONE
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • CIMETIDINE
  • RANITIDINE
  • BROMOCRIPTINE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Find the humour in your daily life. Try to watch light-hearted shows to help relieve stress.

  • You can try increasing your mindfulness, by including yoga, meditation, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.

  • Drink enough water to stay hydrated, and limit or avoid alcohol and caffeine to relieve diarrhoea.

  • Include a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, and fruits. This is a healthier option than eating a lot of simple carbohydrates found in processed foods.

  • Reduce your alcohol, caffeine, added sugar, high salt, and high fat intake. 

  • You can include antioxidants in your daily diet like ashwagandha, omega-3 fatty acids, green tea, and lemon balm.

  • Try to spend time with your friends and family. Having a strong social network may help you lower your risk of memory loss.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Dope Plus 5mg Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Dope Plus 5mg Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include slow heart rate, severe dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting, sweating, weakness, trouble walking, agitation, confusion, unusual thoughts or behaviour, hallucinations, fainting, fits, shallow or weak breathing. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Special Advise

  • Dope Plus 5mg Tablet causes drowsiness. Avoid doing activities that require your complete focus and attention like driving when on this drug.

  • Avoid consuming alcohol while on this medication as it can lead to dangerous side effects.

  • The safety and efficacy are not established in pregnant or breastfeeding. Discuss with your doctor in such situations about changing/replacing the medicine with safer alternatives.

  • Do not self-medicate.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Alzheimer's disease: It is a progressive neurologic disorder that affects the brain. It causes the brain to shrink (atrophy) and brain cells to die. One of the very common causes of Alzheimer's disease is dementia (memory loss), which affects the person's ability to function independently. Very early signs of the disease are forgetting recent events and conversations, and as the disease progresses, it can lead to severe memory impairment. 

bannner image

Alcohol

Caution

Taking alcohol, along with Dope Plus 5mg Tablet , may increase its drowsiness effect and cause excessive sleepiness.

bannner image

Pregnancy

Caution

Dope Plus 5mg Tablet is a pregnancy category C drug. It is not known whether it will harm the baby. So, take only if prescribed by a doctor.

bannner image

Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known whether Dope Plus 5mg Tablet passes through breast milk or not. So, caution should be exercised if you are breastfeeding.

bannner image

Driving

Unsafe

Dope Plus 5mg Tablet is known to cause drowsiness, so please do not drive a car or operate any machinery which requires mental alertness.

bannner image

Liver

Caution

Dope Plus 5mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

bannner image

Kidney

Caution

Dope Plus 5mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

bannner image

Children

Caution

The safety and efficacy of Dope Plus 5mg Tablet in children have not been established.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

11/12, Udyog Nagar, S. V. Road, Goregaon (W), Mumbai- 400104.
Other Info - DOP0031

Author Details

Doctor imageWe provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

FAQs

Dope Plus 5mg Tablet is used to treat Alzheimer's disease (memory loss), a progressive neurodisorder that affects the brain.
Dope Plus 5mg Tablet is a combination medication containing Donepezil and Memantine, which treat Alzheimer’s disease. Donepezil works by improving the function of nerve cells in the brain by preventing the breakdown of the chemical acetylcholine. Memantine works by lowering the level of chemicals in the brain, which is responsible for causing symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. Together, they balance the levels of chemical messengers in the brain and help transmit nerve signals.
No, it is recommended not to take Dope Plus 5mg Tablet before s surgery as it contains Donepezil, which is a cholinesterase inhibitor and is likely to exaggerate muscle relaxation during anaesthesia. So, please inform your doctor before surgery if you are taking Dope Plus 5mg Tablet as he might stop it &2 hours before undergoing surgery.
Yes, the use of Dope Plus 5mg Tablet can cause diarrhoea. In some cases, the patient may experience diarrhoea. So, please increase the intake of fluids to avoid dehydration. And also do not take any other medicines without speaking to a doctor.
Yes, Dope Plus 5mg Tablet is known to cause weight loss. So, while taking Dope Plus 5mg Tablet , you should constantly monitor your body weight to avoid major weight loss.
Taking Dope Plus 5mg Tablet in more than the recommended dose can cause unpleasant side-effects such as dizziness, tremor, agitation, convulsion, coma, nausea, vomiting, changes in heart rhythm, decreased blood pressure, and change in body fluid/salt balance.
Yes, Alzheimer's disease (memory loss) generally occurs in people who are elderly and aged. So, Dope Plus 5mg Tablet is safe for the elderly population, but the dose should be given by a doctor depending upon any underlining disease condition you are suffering from. Also, never self medicate.
Dope Plus 5mg Tablet may cause side effects like vomiting, weight loss, loss of appetite, dryness in the mouth, dizziness, nausea, diarrhoea, and headache. Most of these side effects of Dope Plus 5mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurologic disorder that affects the brain. It causes the brain to shrink (atrophy) and brain cells to die. One of the very common causes of Alzheimer's disease is dementia (memory loss), which affects the person's ability to function independently.
Take Dope Plus 5mg Tablet preferably just before bedtime or as advised by the doctor.
Dope Plus 5mg Tablet should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will determine the duration of the treatment based on your condition.
Dope Plus 5mg Tablet can be taken along with my other regular medicines if advised by the doctor. Please consult the doctor before taking other medicines with Dope Plus 5mg Tablet to prevent any interactions/side effects.
Do not discontinue Dope Plus 5mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectively, keep taking Dope Plus 5mg Tablet for the prescribed duration.
Store Dope Plus 5mg Tablet at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep out of sight and reach of children.
Dope Plus 5mg Tablet is contraindicated if you are allergic to any of its components.
Inform your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy, or asthma.
Taking more than the recommended dose of Dope Plus 5mg Tablet may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include slow heart rate, severe dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting, sweating, weakness, trouble walking, agitation, confusion, unusual thoughts or behaviour, hallucinations, fainting, fits, and shallow or weak breathing. If you suspect the patient has taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Disclaimer

While we strive to provide complete, accurate, and expert-reviewed content on our 'Platform', we make no warranties or representations and disclaim all responsibility and liability for the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the aforementioned content. The content on our platform is for informative purposes only, and may not cover all clinical/non-clinical aspects. Reliance on any information and subsequent action or inaction is solely at the user's risk, and we do not assume any responsibility for the same. The content on the Platform should not be considered or used as a substitute for professional and qualified medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any query pertaining to medicines, tests and/or diseases, as we support, and do not replace the doctor-patient relationship.

Add to Cart