Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia. Dementia is a term that is used to describe a group of brain disorders. These brain disorders cause memory loss and make it harder to carry out daily tasks.
Alzheimer's disease develops slowly over time. The symptoms begin to appear so gradually that it is often mistaken for normal aging. Learn more about the Alzheimer's diagnosis, treatment options, and how to recognize the symptoms.
What is Alzheimer's?
Get more information about how Alzheimer's disease affects the brain, plus causes and risk factors.
Signs & Symptoms
Read about the common signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's.
Symptom Screener
The memory screener can help you find out if the problems you're noticing could be symptoms of Alzheimer's.
How It's Treated
All Alzheimer's medications treat the symptoms of the disease at various stages. Only ARICEPT is approved for all stages of Alzheimer's.
- Information about Alzheimer's & ARICEPT
- Signs & symptoms to
watch for - Caregiving tips
- A doctor discussion guide
- It is estimated that as many as 5.2 million people in the U.S. have Alzheimer's.1
- It mostly affects those age 65 or older.
- In 2007, it was estimated that 9.8 million family members, friends, and neighbors provided unpaid care for a person with Alzheimer's disease or another dementia.1
1 http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_facts_figures.asp "2008 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures"
ARICEPT® (donepezil HCl tablets) is indicated for the treatment of mild, moderate, and severe dementia of the Alzheimer's type.
Important Safety Information
ARICEPT is well tolerated but may not be for everyone. People at risk for stomach ulcers or who take certain other medicines should tell their doctors because serious stomach problems, such as bleeding, may get worse. Some people who take ARICEPT may experience fainting. Some people may have nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bruising, or not sleep well. Some people may have muscle cramps or loss of appetite or may feel tired. In studies these were usually mild and temporary. For full prescribing information, please visit Prescribing Information.
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