Name: Exelon (6 mg)
Creator: Anushta Chandrapalan

Exelon (6 mg) is a reversible non-competitive inhibitor of acetylcholinestrace, prescribed for mild to moderate dementia in patients with Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease. It prevents the breakdown of a chemical called acetylcholine.

Exelon (6 mg) Capsule Novartis (India) Ltd. Generic : Rivastigmine	₹ 367.00 6mg 60 Capsules

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Drug information on Exelon (6 mg) (Rivastigmine) from Novartis (India) Ltd.

Drug Name : Rivastigmine

Rivastigmine(Exelon Patch) generic Exelon (6 mg) is a reversible non-competitive inhibitor of acetylcholinestrace, prescribed for mild to moderate dementia in patients with Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease. It prevents the breakdown of a chemical called acetylcholine.
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Written & Compiled by Anushta Chandrapalan, M.Sc | Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Mar 30, 2018

Medical condition(s) for which Exelon (6 mg) may be prescribed

Alzheimers Disease

Dementia

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

The starting dose (rivastigmine tartrate) is 1.5 mg twice a day (BID).

Side effects of Exelon (6 mg)

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, dyspepsia, anorexia, headache, drowsiness, weight loss, asthenia. Agitation, confusion, depression, sweating. Gastrointestinal haemorrhage. Potential for baldder outflow obstruction.

How to use Exelon (6 mg)?

It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, with or without food.

When Should Exelon (6 mg) not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Warnings and Precautions for Exelon (6 mg)

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.

Other Precautions for Exelon (6 mg)

Avoid excess dosage.

Storage Conditions for Exelon (6 mg)

Store it at room temperature and in an airtight container.

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