Medications and Drugs
GENERIC NAME: RIVASTIGMINE - ORAL SOLUTION (riv-uh-STIG-meen)
BRAND NAME(S): Exelon
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USES: Rivastigmine is used to treat Alzheimer's disease.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth, usually twice daily in the morning and evening with food; or take as directed by your doctor. The dose depends on your condition and your response to the drug. If you stop taking rivastigmine for several days, consult your doctor or pharmacist before restarting the medication. Your dosage should be reduced to minimize the chance of developing very severe vomiting. Your dosage should then be increased gradually. Follow all your doctor's dosing instructions exactly. Follow all directions for the proper use of this medication. An instruction sheet is included with the product. Using the provided syringe, withdraw the prescribed amount of this medication from the container. The dose may be swallowed directly from the syringe or first mixed with a small glass of water, cold fruit juice, or soda. If mixed with water, fruit juice, or soda, stir and drink the entire mixture immediately. Do not mix this medication with other liquids. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unclear about how to take this medication.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: weight loss, loss of appetite. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: unusual sweating, weakness, chest pain, swelling, mental/mood changes. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but serious side effects occur: painful urination, change in amount of urine, black stools, seizures, unusually slow heart rate. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
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