FDA label
What is donepezil used for?
The FDA-approved uses of donepezil, quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label says: “Donepezil hydrochloride is indicated for the treatment of dementia of the Alzheimer's type. Efficacy has been demonstrated in patients with mild, moderate, and severe Alzheimer's disease.”
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Donepezil Hydrochloride, tablet, film coated
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Solco Healthcare US, LLC (ANDA200292). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Donepezil hydrochloride is indicated for the treatment of dementia of the Alzheimer's type. Efficacy has been demonstrated in patients with mild, moderate, and severe Alzheimer's disease.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 042a59ea-131a-4806-b0f4-2f791d4414e2, version 15, effective June 30, 2025. NDC 43547-275, one of 56 listings for this product.
Questions
What is donepezil used for?
The FDA label says: “Donepezil hydrochloride is indicated for the treatment of dementia of the Alzheimer's type. Efficacy has been demonstrated in patients with mild, moderate, and severe Alzheimer's disease.”
What drug class is donepezil?
FDA lists donepezil in the Cholinesterase Inhibitor established pharmacologic class.
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.