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Drug Name Rivastigmine tartrate oral

Rivastigmine tartrate oral Drug Category RIVASTIGMINE - ORAL SOLUTION

Rivastigmine tartrate oral Drug Information

IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug. RIVASTIGMINE - ORAL SOLUTION (riv-uh-STIG-meen) COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Exelon 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. PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: stomach or intestinal problems (e.g., ulcers, bleeding), eating disorders (e.g., anorexia nervosa), heart problems (e.g., sick sinus syndrome), lung problems (e.g., asthma, obstructive pulmonary disease), seizures, urinary tract problems (e.g., obstruction), allergies (especially drug allergies). This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Avoid alcoholic beverages. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: anticholinergic drugs (e.g., tolterodine, atropine, scopolamine, benztropine, diphenhydramine), NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen), succinylcholine, neostigmine, bethanechol. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe nausea, dizziness, or weakness; increased sweating or salivation; trouble breathing, seizures, or unusually slow heart rate. NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., blood in feces) may be performed to monitor your progress. MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up. STORAGE: Store at room temperature below 77 degrees F (25 degrees C), in an upright position, away from light and moisture. Do not freeze. When rivastigmine is combined with cold fruit juice or soda, as directed, the mixture is stable at room temperature for up to 4 hours. MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).