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Generic Aricept Approved for Alzheimer’s Dementia - Health News - Health.com

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Generic versions of the drug aricept (donepezil hydrochloride) that will dissolve instantly on the tongue have been approved by the u.s. food and drug administration to treat dementia resulting from alzheimer’s disease, the agency said tuesday.

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