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Keep taking exelon rivastigmine capsules as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well. Rivastigmine exelon is available as a capsule or as a liquid. Dosage, uses, and pregnancy and breastfeeding safety information are provided. Rivastigmine tartrate capsules usp, contain rivastigmine tartrate, usp equivalent to 1. Rivastigmine capsules, hard, are packed in pcvpvdcaluminium blisters. Clinical registration studies have demonstrated improved tolerability of rivastigmine 9. Caregiver preference for rivastigmine patches versus.
If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist. This medication is usually taken twice a day, in the morning and evening. Our exelon patch side effects drug center provides a comprehensive view of. The patch was preferred to capsules with respect to ease of use p patch vs capsules. This product is available in the following dosage forms. Side effects of exelon patch rivastigmine transdermal system. Caregiver preference for rivastigmine patches versus capsules for the treatment of alzheimer disease. Side effects include weight loss, headache, stomach pain, and dizziness.
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