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Rivastigmine is used for:
Treating mild to moderate dementia (eg, impairment of memory or judgement, abstract thinking, changes in personality) in patients with Alzheimer disease or Parkinson disease.
Rivastigmine is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It works by increasing the amount of a certain substance (acetylcholine) in the brain. This may help reduce symptoms of dementia in patients with Alzheimer disease.
Do NOT use Rivastigmine if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Rivastigmine
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
How to use Rivastigmine :
Use Rivastigmine as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Take Rivastigmine by mouth with the morning and evening meals, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
- Take Rivastigmine on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it.
- Taking Rivastigmine at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
- Continue to take Rivastigmine even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
- If you miss a dose of Rivastigmine , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. Contact your doctor if you miss several doses of Rivastigmine . Your doctor may need to restart your medicine at a lower dose to avoid side effects.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Rivastigmine
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