“… 5 In light of this, donepezil is an anticholinesterase drug reported to have a beneficial effect on cognitive functioning 6 in alcoholic patients although further studies have been advocated to confirm any possible role in managing alcohol-related dementia. Donepezil has also been reported to possess neuroprotective properties 7 and anti-apoptotic activity as well as an inhibitory action against alcohol-induced toxicity. 8 …”