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Rivastigmine
Latest prescription information about Rivastigmine. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Rivastigmine
Pronunciation : ri va stig meen
Therapeutic Classification : anti- alzheimer's agents
Trade Name(s):
India- Zeemine, Rivasmine, Rivadem, Srivasmine, Rivamer, Exelon. International- Exelon Patch. This medication is a reversible non-competitive inhibitor of acetylcholinestrace, prescribed for mild to moderate dementia in patients with Alzheimer or Parkinson disease. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : The starting dose (rivastigmine tartrate) is 1.5 mg twice a day (BID). How it should be taken : It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, with or without food. Special Instruction : *Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney problems, certain heart problems, seizures, stomach or bowel problems, lung or breathing problems, urinary blockage, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. *It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or fainting, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Side Effects : Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, dyspepsia, anorexia, headache, drowsiness, weight loss, asthenia. Agitation, confusion, depression, sweating. Gastrointestinal haemorrhage. Potential for baldder outflow obstruction. *Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature and in an airtight container. |
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