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Exelon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Patch. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease. Exelon also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Exelon. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Exelon also has some side effects, the most common being Fainting, Indigestion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Exelon as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Exelon are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Exelon has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Exelon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) must refrain from the use of Exelon since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Exelon contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Exelon have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Exelon is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Exelon is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Exelon safe for pregnant women?
Exelon is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Exelon safe during breastfeeding?
Exelon may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Exelon on the Kidneys?
Exelon rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Exelon on the Liver?
Exelon may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Exelon on the Heart?
You can take Exelon without any fear of damage to the heart.
Exelon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Exelon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Exelon habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Exelon.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Exelon. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Exelon only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Exelon has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Exelon
Taking Exelon with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Exelon
Consumption of alcohol and Exelon together may have severe effects on your health.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Exelon® (rivastigmine tartrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 108
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1110-1112
