Exelon Information:
Exelon (Rivastigmine) is used to treat people with mild or moderate Alzheimer's disease (AD). At either stage, Exelon (Rivastigmine) can help slow the rate of decline, maintain, or even sometimes improve the person's current level of function. Exelon (Rivastigmine) is a cholinesterase inhibitor used to treat loss of memory and thinking ability associated with Alzheimer's Disease.
There is no known cure for AD. All people with AD get progressively worse over time no matter what medicine they take. But studies have shown that some patients with mild to moderate AD were more likely to show improvement or less likely to decline than patients given a sugar pill. In other words, Exelon (Rivastigmine) may help people with AD maintain function longer than they would without treatment. And that's the goal of Exelon (Rivastigmine) therapy-to improve or maintain functioning or slow the decline.
Exelon Side Effects:
As with any medication, there may be side effects of Exelon including diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, fatigue, anxiety, depressed mood, redness or itching where a patch has been worn, dizziness, spinning sensation and insomnia. More severe side effects may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, weight loss, black or bloody stool, coughing up blood, restless muscles, sudden numbness or weakness, severe headache, confusion, problems with balance or speech, pale skin, easy bruising, hallucinations and pain or burning when passing urine. If you experience any side effects you should seek medical attention for safety.
Exelon Directions:
You should always follow the instructions of the doctor who prescribes your medication, however directions and dosage will also be noted on the packet. Exelon comes in capsule, patch, and liquid form. The patch form is often used in patients who cannot swallow capsules. Exelon can be taken with or without food. Your doctor may change the dosage occasionally in order to ensure that the medication is effective. You must not stop taking Exelon or change the amount that you take without the prior consent of a doctor as this can be dangerous. Do not crush or chew capsules as the drug may be released too quickly which can have undesirable effects.
Exelon Precautions:
If you have an allergy to any of the ingredients it is important that you do not take Exelon, and that you inform your doctor. You must also inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing medical conditions, including liver disease, recent weight loss, lack of appetite, heart rhythm disorder, stomach ulcer, enlarged prostate, urination problems, epilepsy, asthma or allergies or tremors. Exelon may also interact with other medicines, and it is therefore essential to disclose to your doctor any other medications that you are currently taking including atropine, bronchodilators, glycopyrrolate, mepenzolate, bladder or urinary medications, IBS medications, NSAIDs or medications for Parkinson’s disease. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to conceive, you should always consult a doctor before taking any medications.
The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.
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