Eisai Co Ltd/pfizer

Donepezil is used to treat the symptoms of mild to moderate, or severe Alzheimer's disease. Donepezil will not cure Alzheimer's disease, and it will not stop the disease from getting worse. However, it can improve thinking ability in some patients .

ODT is Orally Disintegrating Tablet.

For patients using the oral disintegrating tablet form of this medicine:

* Make sure your hands are dry.
* Do not push the tablet through the foil backing of the package. Instead, gently peel back the foil backing and remove the tablet.
* Immediately place the tablet on top of the tongue.
* The tablet will dissolve in seconds, and you may swallow it with your saliva. You should drink a glass of water after the tablet has dissolved.