Exelon Patch 10 9.5mg Transdermal Patch

INTRODUCTION

EXELON 9.5MG contains Rivastigmine which belongs to a group of medicines called cholinesterase inhibitors. This medicine is used to treat mild to moderately severe Alzheimer’s dementia and dementia due to Parkinson’s disease. Dementia is a progressive brain disorder where it affects memory, intellectual ability and behaviour gradually. Alzheimer’s dementia or dementia due to Parkinson’s disease cause death of certain nerve cells resulting in low levels of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, a substance which allows nerve cells to communicate with each other. Use this medicine exactly as instructed by your doctor. The dose you use will depend on your age, other medications you are taking and whether you have any kidney or liver problems. This patch is not recommended for pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers. The common side effects are dizziness, loss of appetite and agitation or sleepiness.

USES OF EXELON 9.5MG

• Treat Alzheimer’s dementia and dementia due to Parkinson’s disease

HOW EXELON 9.5MG WORKS

EXELON 9.5MG works by blocking the enzymes that break down acetylcholine. By blocking the enzymes, it increases the levels of acetylcholine in the brain that help in reducing the symptoms of dementia associated with Alzheimer disease and Parkinson’s disease.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always use exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take off the previous patch before putting a new patch on. Do not cut into pieces. Press the patch firmly in place for at least 30 seconds using the palm of the hand.

SIDE EFFECTS OF EXELON 9.5MG

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Dizziness: Get up and move around to feel awake, take small naps to edge off the sleepiness. Give your eyes a break to avoid fatigue and eat a healthy food to boost energy. Loss appetite: Eating a small amount of food more frequently will not make you feel full. Avoid greasy and fried foods.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

Inform your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription or the following,

• Dicyclomine (used to relieve stomach cramps or spasms)
• Amantadine (used to treat Parkinson disease)
• Diphenhydramine, scopolamine, or meclizine (used to prevent motion sickness)
• Metoclopramide (used to relieve or prevent nausea and vomiting)
• Atenolol (used to treat hypertension, angina, and other heart conditions)