Buy Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s- Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Instructions

How To Use Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s

Make note of the day, date and time you apply the patch to remind you when you need to replace it. Remove the protective liner of the patch without touching its sticky sides. Apply patch onto clean, dry, flat, undamaged and hairless skin. Smoothen patch evenly onto skin and wash your hands after applying it. When it is time to remove the patch, gently peel it away from your skin and fold the patch in half with its sticky sides facing inwards. Do not apply patch on the same area twice in a row as this can irritate your skin.

Brands

Novartis

Active Ingredient

rivastigmine

Manufactured by

Novartis

Side Effects

As with all medications, you may experience some side effects. Not everyone experiences it. This is not a cause for concern. However, it is so that you are aware of it.

There could be certain side-effects associated with the usage of the medication. Please refer to the list below:-

Nausea
Vomiting
Dehydration
Visual hallucinations
Decrease in body weight
Application site hypersensitivity
Rashes
Erythema
Allergic dermatitis

While some these symptoms are more common, there are a few rare symptoms that could also occur. If you are feeling any other symptoms (whether it is mentioned in the above list or not), please consult with a doctor immediately. Please, consult with a doctor if you are having rashes or blurry visions. Report if you experience any other symptoms as the above list may not be exhaustive. These symptoms become more prominent as when one is undergoing a long term therapy with this medication.

Extrapyramidal symptoms, CNS depression, Gut disturbances, Decreased appetite, Bradycardia, Heart block, Application site reactions, Headache, Dizziness, Tremor, Drowsiness, Insomnia

Warning Precautions

Precautionary Steps of Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s

Please consult a doctor especially before taking Exelon patch . These are the contraindications to the use of Exelon patch:-

Allergic dermatitis
Allergy to Exelon patch or any of its components

Please stop using this medication if you are experiencing these symptoms and conditions.

Exelon patch Drug Interactions

Drug to drug interaction reaction of Exelon patch varies from a person to another person. It is advisable to check with your doctor about all the possible drug interactions before starting the medication. There are no specific drug interaction that has been recorded with the use Exelon patch with other drugs.

Do inform your doctor about all your current medications prior to consuming this drug.

Keep the following precautions in mind as well:-

Tell your doctor if you have any other diseases or if you are taking any other medication
Do not discontinue the prescribed course

Alcohol Warning (Not Advisable)

There is no known interaction between alcohol and Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s when used concomitantly. However, it is not advisable to use alcohol during the treatment as it will worsen the symptoms of dementia.

Pregnancy Warning (Maybe Safe)

There are no clinical data on the use of Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s in pregnant women. Thus, it is not advisable to be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning (Not Advisable)

Excretion of Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s has been found in animal milk but it is unknown in human breast milk. Thus, it is not advisable to be used during breastfeeding as risks cannot be excluded. Please consult your doctor.

Driving Warning (Not Advisable)

Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s may cause side effects such as dizziness or sleepiness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive. Furthermore, patients with Alzheimer's disease are not advisable to drive.

Kidney Warning (Use With Care)

Caution use has to be practised in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor.

Liver Warning (Use With Care)

Caution use has to be practised in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor.

FAQ

Can I stop taking Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s after I feel better?

Do not stop taking Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s even if you feel better. You are advised to keep taking Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s for as long as your doctor has advised you to. Stopping it suddenly may worsen your condition or symptoms may come back. Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s should be reduced gradually and you need to be closely monitored for recurrence of symptoms. Talk to your doctor who will gradually reduce your dose.

Can i stop taking Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s if i do not notice any improvement?

Therapy with Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s need at least a month for your doctor to be able to evaluate the efficacy of the medication for your condition. Therefore, you shouldn't stop taking this medication even if you have not notice any result from this medication.Speak to your doctor if you do not think Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s is giving you significant benefit. Your doctor will reassess your clinical condition and might change to alternative medication if necessary.

My mother always feeling nauseated after started taking Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s. How to minimise this side effect?

Feeling nauseated one of the common gastrointestinal side effects reported while taking Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s. It may appear during initial phase of treatment, but later will disappear within a few weeks of treatment. Eventhough this effect usually mild, it can be bothersome especially for elderly people. This can be minimized by taking Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s at bedtime and with food. Consult with your doctor if the side effects are unbearable or still persist for a long time.

Exelon Patch 5 (4.6mg/24hr) Transdermal Patch 30s

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