Donepezil HCL ODT Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Diarrhea

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Cramps
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

INFREQUENT side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • An Increased Need To Urinate Often
  • Arthritis
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Dizziness
  • Fainting
  • Low Energy

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Bruising Under The Skin
  • Depression
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Nightmares
  • Pain
  • Weight Loss

RARE side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Condition With Muscle Tissue Breakdown Called Rhabdomyolysis
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
  • A Type Of Significant Allergic Skin Reaction Called DRESS Syndrome
  • A Type Of Slowed Heart Rhythm Disorder Called Heart Block
  • Aggressive Behavior
  • Anemia
  • Aphasia, A Loss Of The Ability To Speak And Understand Language
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Bleeding Of The Stomach Or Intestines
  • Blurred Vision
  • Chest Pain
  • Clouding Of The Lens Of The Eye Called Cataracts
  • Dehydration
  • Delusions
  • Excessive Sweating
  • Fluid Retention In The Legs, Feet, Arms Or Hands
  • Gas
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Hives
  • Loss Of Muscle Coordination
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Nervousness
  • Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, A Reaction Characterized By Fever, Muscle Rigidity And Confusion
  • Numbness And Tingling
  • Prolonged QT Interval On EKG
  • Seizures
  • Slow Heartbeat
  • Stomach Cramps
  • The Inability To Control A Bowel Movement
  • Torsades De Pointes, A Type Of Abnormal Heart Rhythm
  • Trouble Breathing

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • Altered Interest In Having Sexual Intercourse
  • An Infection Of The Genitals Or Urinary Tract
  • Bronchitis
  • Drug-Induced Hot Flashes
  • Eye Irritation
  • Involuntary Leakage Of Urine
  • Irritability
  • Itching
  • Mental Status Changes
  • Mood Changes
  • Muscle Tremors
  • Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling
  • Urination During The Night
  • Widening Of Blood Vessels
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