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Rivera is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease. Secondary and off-label uses of Rivera have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Rivera depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Rivera include Fainting, Indigestion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Rivera as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Rivera are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Rivera's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Rivera's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Rivera can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Rivera in conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rivera contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Rivera have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Rivera, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Rivera 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 Rivera safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Rivera without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Rivera safe during breastfeeding?
Rivera has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Rivera on the Kidneys?
Rivera has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rivera on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Rivera on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Rivera on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Rivera for the heart.
Rivera 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 Rivera unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rivera habit forming or addictive?
Rivera does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Rivera. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Rivera should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Rivera has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rivera
Taking Rivera with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rivera
Taking Rivera with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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