Exelon Patch (Rivastigmine)

Exelon Patch Information:

Exelon Patch (generic name Rivastigmine) is a cholinesterase inhibitor and is used for the treatment of patients with mild to moderately severe Alzheimer’s disease. Patients with Alzheimer’s disease have decreased levels of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter found in brain and is essential for memory and other mental functions. Exelon patch works by inhibiting an enzyme called acetylcholinesterase which breaks down acetylcholine. Thus, this helps in increasing the amount of acetylcholine in brain. Symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease include progressive memory loss, challenging in solving problems, confusion, behavioral changes and trouble understanding. If you are diagnosed with any of the symptoms, your doctor will discuss the most effective treatment for your particular condition. It is important to note that this patch is a treatment and not a cure of Alzheimer’s disease.

Exelon Patch from Canada

Canada Drugs Online is proud to serve you brand Exelon Patch from Canada manufactured by Novartis and the generic Rivastigmine by a different manufacturer. Please call our toll free at 1-877-900-3784 for details. We also have the Exelon Patch from Turkey manufactured by Novartis and the generic Rivastigmine from United Kingdom by a different manufacturer.

CanadaDrugsOnline.com also carries other Alzheimers Disease Medication and Canadian drugs such as Aricept and Namenda.

Exelon Patch Side Effects:

As with any drug, there may be side effects from taking Exelon Patch. Some of the common side effects of Exelon Patch include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, weight loss, anxiety, difficulty in sleeping, dizziness, trembling, accidental falls, headache, diarrhea, stomach discomfort after meals, dehydration, inability to adequately retain urine, redness, itching, irritation, swelling at the patch application site, skin reactions at the application site, tiredness, weakness, worsening of extrapyramidal symptoms such as stiff limbs, trembling hands. An overdose with serious and life-threatening side effects can happen if you wear more than one patch at a time. Some serious side effects of the patch include severe nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, high blood pressure, trouble breathing, slow heartbeat, seizures, fainting, increased muscle weakness, urinary tract infection, anemia, depression and hallucinations. If you experience any side effects (including the ones not listed here), stop taking the medication and seek medical attention immediately.

Exelon Patch Directions

You should follow the instructions of the doctor who prescribed Exelon Patch to you. Directions and dosage information can also be found on the pack or leaflet inside the pack. Brand Exelon Patch comes in the dosage form of 5, 10 and 15 cm2. Each 5 cm2 transdermal patch contains 9 mg rivastigmine. The release rate is 4.6mg/24hour. Each 10 cm2 transdermal patch contains 18 mg rivastigmine. The release rate is 9.5mg/24hour. Each 15 cm2 transdermal patch contains 27 mg rivastigmine. The release rate is 13.3 mg/24hour. Only one patch should be worn at a time and the patch should be replaced with a new one every 24 hours. Do not cut the patch into pieces. Exelon patch will not work properly or may not be safe if it is damaged in any way. Your doctor will advise you which Exelon patch is more suitable for you. Treatment usually starts with Exelon patch 5 applied once a day. The usual dose is Exelon patch 10 or Exelon patch 15 applied once a day, depending on individual condition. Exelon Patch should be stored at room temperature of 15°C to 25°C, in the individual sealed pouch, until just prior to use. It should be kept out of the reach and sight of children and pets.

Exelon Patch Precautions

If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Exelon Patch or ever had an allergic reaction to similar type of medication such as carbamate derivative, you should avoid taking it and inform your doctor. You should also not take Exelon Patch and consult your doctor, if have severe liver disease, had previous allergic reaction to ingredients of the patch. You must consult also your doctor if you have or had an irregular heartbeat, stomach ulcer, difficulties in passing urine, seizures, asthma or severe respiratory disease, suffer from trembling or are being treated with antipsychotic medications which cause trembling, have low body weight (less than 50 kg), have or had liver problems, inflammation of pancreas, are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding, have fainting episodes, experience intestinal reactions such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. You must consult your doctor if you are taking any other medications as they may interact with Exelon Patch, including anticholinergic medications used to prevent stomach cramps, spasms or travel sickness, metoclopramide and beta-blockers such as atenolol. Your doctor will advise you whether your illness allows you to drive or operate machinery. Also, as this medication may cause sleepiness or dizziness, do not drive or operate machinery under these conditions. Your doctor will tell you whether your illness allows you to drive vehicles and use machines safely. If you feel dizzy or drowsy, do not drive, use machines or perform any other tasks that require your attention.