Jiyi 10mg Tablet is used to treat mild to moderate dementia in Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive illness that gradually affects memory and thinking. It does not cure this illness but may help improve memory, awareness, and other symptoms. Your doctor will explain how to take Jiyi 10mg Tablet. You may take it with food, preferably at night before going to bed. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit. The dose may change from time to time to suit your individual needs. It can take up to a few weeks for symptoms to improve so keep taking your medicine regularly. You should not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, insomnia, vomiting, muscle cramps, fatigue, and weight loss (anorexia). Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated. You may have side effects more often when you start your treatment or when your dose is increased. Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to the Jiyi 10mg Tablet. If they are severe or will not go away, you should contact your doctor. Before using Jiyi 10mg Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy, or asthma. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other drugs you are using so let your doctor know what these are to be safe. During pregnancy, this medicine should only be taken if it is advised.

• Diarrhea
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Vomiting
• Muscle cramp
• Fatigue
• Weight loss

If you miss a dose of Jiyi 10mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Q. Why is Jiyi 10mg Tablet taken at night??
  Ans: Jiyi 10mg Tablet is recommended to be taken before going to bed to reduce gastrointestinal side effects or nausea, which is commonly seen in some patients in the first few weeks of treatment.
• Q. Q. Do the gastrointestinal side effects due to Jiyi 10mg Tablet persist for a long time??
  Ans: Gastrointestinal side effects may appear during the first few weeks of treatment with Jiyi 10mg Tablet. This can be minimized by taking Jiyi 10mg Tablet at bedtime and with food. Generally, these side effects are mild and disappear within a few weeks with continued treatment.
• Q. Q. How long does it take for Jiyi 10mg Tablet to start working??
  Ans: Within the first month of treatment with Jiyi 10mg Tablet, you may experience improvement in thinking and remembering (cognitive effect). However, it may take about 12 weeks to see the full benefits.
• Q. Q. When should Jiyi 10mg Tablet be stopped??
  Ans: Do not stop Jiyi 10mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. This medicine only helps to control your condition but does not cure it. Therefore, it may take several weeks to show benefits, so do not be discouraged if you do not see an improvement straight away. But, in case your condition starts worsening and you feel that it is no longer helping you, then you should consult a doctor before stopping it.
• Q. Q. For how long does Jiyi 10mg Tablet stay in your system??
  Ans: Jiyi 10mg Tablet gets removed from the body very slowly. It takes about two weeks or more for Jiyi 10mg Tablet to be completely removed from the system.
• Q. Q. Does Jiyi 10mg Tablet cause depression??
  Ans: No, Jiyi 10mg Tablet does not cause depression. If you are experiencing symptoms, then it could be due to existing Alzheimer’s disease.
• Q. Q. What if I take more than the prescribed dose of Jiyi 10mg Tablet??
  Ans: Taking more than the recommended dose of Jiyi 10mg Tablet may cause vomiting, increased sweating or saliva production, slow heartbeat, dizziness, difficulty in breathing, seizures or fits, weakness, and inability to control your bowel motions or passing of urine (incontinence). You should seek immediate help from a doctor or emergency service of a nearby hospital.
• Q. Q. I have been taking indomethacin for arthritis. Can I take Jiyi 10mg Tablet??
  Ans: Jiyi 10mg Tablet does not interfere with the working of indomethacin, but indomethacin individually increases the risk of stomach bleeding when taken for a long time. Therefore, if you experience any symptoms of stomach bleeding, consult your doctor immediately.
• Q. Q. Does Jiyi 10mg Tablet cause hallucinations??
  Ans: Hallucinations are a common side effect of Jiyi 10mg Tablet, though not everyone is affected. Other common psychiatric side effects include agitation, aggressive behavior, nightmares, and abnormal dreams.
• Q. Q. Who should not take Jiyi 10mg Tablet??
  Ans: Jiyi 10mg Tablet should not be taken by patients who have hypersensitivity to Jiyi 10mg Tablet hydrochloride, piperidine derivatives, or to any active ingredients used in the medicine. Also, it should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary.
• Q. Q. Can it cause insomnia??
  Ans: Yes, insomnia (sleeplessness) is a common side effect of Jiyi 10mg Tablet. Dizziness and fainting can also be seen as common side effects. Though these side effects are common, they do not occur in everyone.

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