Exelon Transdermal Patch 5

Making informed decisions about your health is essential. This page offers a detailed look at Exelon Transdermal Patch 5, providing you with the facts about its therapeutic uses, recommended dosage, potential side effects, drug interactions, and other vital information. Use this knowledge to have meaningful conversations with your healthcare provider about Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 and your treatment options.

MRP: ₹
Packing: 30.0 transdermal patches in 1 packet
Salt Combination: Rivastigmine (4.6mg)
Brand: Novartis India Ltd
Uses: Alzheimer's disease,Treatment of Dementia Associated with Parkinson's disease,Dementia in Parkinson's disease

Description

Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is used to treat mild to moderate dementia in Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive illness that gradually affects memory and thinking
It is also used for dementia-associated Parkinson’s disease
It does not cure these illnesses but may help improve memory, awareness, and other symptoms
Your doctor will explain how to use Exelon Transdermal Patch 5
Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit
The dose may change from time to time to suit your individual needs
You should not wear more than one patch at a time
Normally, you will use one new patch each day, and the place you apply it is changed to avoid skin irritation
It can take up to 4 weeks for the symptoms to improve, so keep wearing your patches regularly.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, abdominal pain, headache, fainting, dizziness, anxiety, depression, delirium, agitation, urinary tract infection, urinary incontinence, rash, fever, weight loss, and application site reactions
You may have side effects more often during the start of your treatment or when your dose is increased
Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to the medicine
If the side effects do not go away or if they become severe, you should remove your patch and contact your doctor.
Before using Exelon Transdermal Patch 5, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy, or asthma
It may also affect, or be affected by, some other medicines you are using, so let your doctor know what these are to be safe
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
"There is a Patient Support Program/Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg
Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same
You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details."

Cautions

Liver:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is recommended. However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying liver disease as close monitoring is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is recommended.^However, inform your doctor if you have underlying kidney diseases as close monitoring is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Exelon Transdermal Patch 5. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Cholinesterase Inhibitors
Therapeutic class:	NEURO CNS
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Carbamate Derivative

Uses of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5

In Treatment of Dementia Associated with Parkinson's disease Dementia in Parkinson’s disease refers to problems in memory and thinking that are advanced, interfering with daily activities and quality of life
Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 helps in managing these symptoms in a safe manner that can be used for a long term
This will make it easier for you to carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQs

Frequestly asked Questions

Side Effects

Common and Known Side effects of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5

Loss of appetite
Nausea
Vomiting
Indigestion

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