Exelon 6mg Capsule: Effective Treatment for Cognitive Impairment

Exelon 6mg Capsule

Description

• Class: Cholinesterase inhibitors.
• Active ingredient: Rivastigmine.
• Use: Treats mild to moderately severe Alzheimer's dementia in adults, as well as dementia associated with Parkinson's disease.

Important information

• Contraindications: Do not consume if you are allergic to Rivastigmine and its other ingredients. Avoid using if you had a severe skin reaction to a transdermal patch that did not improve within 48 hours after removal. Do not take if you are allergic to carbamate derivatives such as neostigmine or darunavir.
• Medical history: Inform your doctor if you have a history of irregular or slow heartbeat, heart failure, heart attack, low levels of potassium or magnesium, or active stomach ulcer. Report to your physician if you have difficulties in passing urine, seizures, asthma or severe respiratory disease, impaired kidney function, impaired liver function, or if you have a low body weight (below 50 kg).

Dosage and administration

• How to take: Take as your physician advises. Swallow the capsule whole and intact. Do not break, crush or chew the medicine.
• Missed dose: If you miss three days of taking this medicine, consult your doctor before taking the next dose. Do not double the dose.

Safety advice

• Pregnancy: Do not consume during pregnancy.
• Breastfeeding: Do not consume during breastfeeding.
• Lungs: Use cautiously in patients with lung conditions.
• Liver: Use cautiously in patients with liver conditions.
• Alcohol: It is unknown whether consuming alcohol while taking Exelon 6mg capsule is safe. Please speak with your physician.
• Driving: Using Exelon 6mg capsule may cause dizziness and somnolence (feeling sleepy). Do not drive or operate machinery.

Side effects

• Serious: Trembling, gastrointestinal reactions (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea).
• Common: Loss of appetite, anxiety, irregular heartbeat, sweating, heartburn, feeling confused, headache, nightmares, dizziness, stomach pain.

FAQ

1. How can I manage side effects while taking Exelon 6mg capsule? If you observe any side effects, stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. Your medical professional may also recommend over-the-counter or prescription medications to help manage your symptoms.
2. What is the side effect of Exelon 6mg capsule that has to be informed to the doctor immediately? Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any side effects such as trembling, gastrointestinal reactions, loss of appetite, anxiety, sweating, heartburn, feeling confused, nightmares, dizziness, headache, irregular heartbeat, and stomach pain.
3. How long should I take Exelon 6mg capsule? Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Follow the prescribed dosage and administration instructions.
4. How to use Exelon 6mg capsule? Take as your physician advises. Swallow the tablets whole and intact. Do not crush, break, open, or chew the medicine.
5. What should I do if I miss a dose of Exelon 6mg capsule? If you miss three days of taking this medicine, consult your doctor before taking the next dose. Do not double the dose.
6. Can I take Exelon 6mg capsule during my pregnancy? No, it is unsafe to consume Exelon 6mg capsule during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding.

Fact box

• Molecule name: Rivastigmine.
• Therapeutic class: Neurodegenerative disease.
• Pharmacological class: Cholinesterase inhibitors.
• Indications:
  • Treats Alzheimer's dementia in adults.
  • Dementia associated with Parkinson's disease in adults.

Tags: exelon, capsule, 6mg, drug, medicament, treatment, pharmacy, healthcare, medicine, medicalproduct