What is rivastigmine patch used for?

What is rivastigmine patch used for?

Rivastigmine patch is used to treat dementia (memory loss) associated with mild, moderate, or severe Alzheimer’s disease, or mild to moderate dementia associated with Parkinson’s disease. Rivastigmine will not cure these diseases and it will not stop these diseases from getting worse.

How long does it take for rivastigmine patch to work?

It may take up to 4 weeks before your symptoms improve. For best results, keep using the patches as directed. If you need surgery, tell your surgeon you currently use this medicine. If you stop using rivastigmine for any reason, do not restart the medicine without talking to your doctor first.

How effective is rivastigmine patch?

Conclusions: The rivastigmine transdermal patch is effective in maintaining cognitive function over 18 months of treatment in patients with mild-to-moderate AD. The safety profile was comparable to the data in the Canadian product monograph. Lack of a comparator group is a potential limitation of the study.

What are the side effects of rivastigmine?

What side effects can this medication cause?

• nausea.
• vomiting.
• loss of appetite.
• heartburn or indigestion.
• stomach pain.
• weight loss.
• diarrhea.
• constipation.

Where do you apply rivastigmine patch?

Apply the patch to a clean, dry, and hairless skin area on your upper or lower back, upper arm, or chest. Do not put the patch over rashes, cuts, or irritated skin. Avoid putting the patch on areas where it could be rubbed off by tight clothing.

Can you shower with the rivastigmine patch?

The patch should stay in place, even when you are showering, bathing, or swimming. Apply a new patch if it falls off. After 24 hours, remove the patch. Choose a different place on your skin to apply the new patch.

Does rivastigmine make you sleepy?

SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite/weight loss, diarrhea, weakness, dizziness, drowsiness, and shakiness (tremor) may occur as your body adjusts to the drug. These effects usually occur when you start the medication or increase the dose and then lessen.

How often do you change rivastigmine patch?

Change your loved one’s Exelon Patch every 24 hours at the same time of day. You may write the date and time on the Exelon Patch with a ballpoint pen before applying it to help you remember when to remove it.

Does rivastigmine affect sleep?

According to our observation, donepezil and rivastigmine have no negative effect on sleep by any means.

Does rivastigmine affect the heart?

Objective: Rivastigmine is commonly used for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). All cholinesterase inhibitors, including rivastigmine, may cause cardiac side effects.