Rivastigmine Capsule

10 Capsule in 1 Strip Out of Stock

₹ 146

10 CAPSULE 1 Strip ₹ 146

Out of Stock

Manufactured by: Jan Aushadhi
Contains / Salt: Rivastigmine

Rivastigmine Capsule

10 Capsule in 1 Strip

₹ 146

10 CAPSULE | 1 Strip

₹ 146

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Manufactured by: Jan Aushadhi
Contains / Salt: Rivastigmine

Rivastigmine Information

Rivastigmine is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Rivastigmine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Rivastigmine Benefits & Uses

Rivastigmine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Poor memory (Read More - Home Remedies to Improve Memory)
Dementia
Memory Loss
Amnesia

Rivastigmine Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Alzheimer's Disease Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may gradually increase up to 6 mg, BID
Geriatric	Disease: Alzheimer's Disease Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may gradually increase up to 6 mg, BID

Rivastigmine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rivastigmine is used -

Moderate

Confusion
Hallucinations

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness
Weight Loss
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Restlessness

Common

Fainting
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)

Rivastigmine Related Warnings

Is the use of Rivastigmine safe for pregnant women?

Rivastigmine is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Rivastigmine safe during breastfeeding?

Rivastigmine has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Rivastigmine on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Rivastigmine on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Rivastigmine on the Liver?

Side effects of Rivastigmine rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Rivastigmine on the Heart?

Rivastigmine is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rivastigmine with Other Drugs

Rivastigmine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Caffeine,Chlorpheniramine,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Amoxapine

Dextromethorphan

Amantadine

Rivastigmine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rivastigmine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Asthma
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Peptic Ulcer

Frequently asked Questions about Rivastigmine

Is this Rivastigmine habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Rivastigmine has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Rivastigmine you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Rivastigmine should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Rivastigmine can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Rivastigmine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rivastigmine

Taking Rivastigmine with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rivastigmine

Taking Rivastigmine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe