Purpose of Rivastigmine
Rivastigmine is a cholinesterase inhibitor used to treat mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease. Drugs can be administered orally or via a transdermal patch. The latter form typically reduces the incidence of side effects, including nausea and vomiting.
Rivastigmine Uses
Rivastigmine is used to treat dementia (a brain disorder that affects memory, the ability to think clearly, communicate, and the ability to carry out daily activities and can cause mood and personality changes) in people with Alzheimer’s disease (a brain disorder). Used for treatment. brain) applies to memory and the ability to think, learn, communicate, and cope with everyday activities). Rivastigmine is also used to treat dementia in Parkinson’s disease (brain and nervous system disorders with symptoms such as slow movement, muscle weakness, shuffling gait, and memory loss). Rivastigmine belongs to a class of drugs called cholinesterase inhibitors. It improves mental functions (such as memory and thinking) by increasing the amount of certain natural substances in the brain.
How do you use Rivastigmine
Take Rivastigmine only as directed by your doctor. Do not take more, take more often, or take longer than directed by your doctor.
- Measure the dose with the dosing syringe included in the pack.
- You can swallow the medicine directly from the syringe before taking it, or you can mix it with a small glass of water, soda ash, or cold fruit juice. The mixture can be used for up to 4 hours.
- Swallow the whole capsule. Do not break, crush or chew.
Rivastigmine comes with patient instructions. If you have any questions, please ask your doctor. This medicine is best taken with food.
Rivastigmine seems to work best when taken regularly, usually twice a day, morning and evening.
Rivastigmine Dosage
For oral dosage forms (capsules or solutions):
Adult – Initially he will take 1.5 milligrams (mg) twice daily. Your doctor may gradually increase your dose as needed to make it better tolerated. However, the dose is usually 6 mg or less twice daily.
Children – Usage and dose should be determined by your doctor. To treat Parkinson’s disease:
Adults – 1.5 milligrams (mg) twice daily initially. Your doctor may gradually increase your dose as needed to make it better tolerated. However, the dose is usually 6 mg or less twice daily.
Children – Usage and dose should be determined by your doctor.
Rivastigmine Side Effects
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Weight loss
- Loss of appetite
- Diarrhea
- Weakness
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Shakiness
These effects usually occur when the drug is started or the dose is increased and then decreased. If any of these effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Rivastigmine Storage
Store patches in an airtight container at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Ask your doctor about how to dispose of medicines you no longer use.
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