Rivatig 1.51.5mg
Capsule
Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rivatig 1.5. Please consult your doctor. |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Rivatig 1.5 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, t... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Rivatig 1.5 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. |
| Driving | UNSAFE Rivatig 1.5 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Rivatig 1.5 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Rivatig 1.5 is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have un... View More |
| Liver | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Rivatig 1.5 is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Rivatig 1.5 is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have an ... View More |
Introduction
Rivatig 1.5 is used to treat mild to moderate dementia in Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive illness which gradually affects memory and thinking. It is ... View More
Uses of Rivatig 1.5
- Alzheimer's disease
Side effects of Rivatig 1.5
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Indigestion
How to use Rivatig 1.5
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rivatig 1.5 is to be taken with food.
How Rivatig 1.5 works
Memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease occurs due to disturbances of signal transmission in the brain. Rivatig 1.5 is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It works b... View More
What if you forget to take Rivatig 1.5?
If you miss a dose of Rivatig 1.5, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
- You have been prescribed Rivatig 1.5 to slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
- It does not cure Alzheimer's disease but may help improve brain function and ability to do daily activities.
- It may cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking Rivatig 1.5.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Rivatig 1.5 affects you.
- Be cautious while taking this medicine if you suffer from peptic ulcer as it may cause vomiting, stomach bleeding, stomach pain, or discomfort.
- Inform your doctor if you experience seizures or convulsions while taking this medicine.
Indication
Severe dementia in Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson Dementia
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Adult Dose
Alzheimer Dementia Oral Indicated for mild-to-moderate dementia of the Alzheimer's type Initial: 1.5 mg PO q12hr Increase by 1.5 mg/dose q2Weeks; no... View More
Renal Dose
Transdermal Renal impairment: No dosage adjustment required
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to other carbamate derivatives. Severe hepatic impairment.
Mode of Action
Rivastigmine reversibly inhibits hydrolysis of acetylcholine by cholinesterases thus increasing acetylcholine present in the CNS. It is selective for th... View More
Precaution
Patients with sick sinus syndrome or conduction defects, resp diseases. Cholinergic stimulation may increase gastric acid secretion. May exacerbate urin... View More
Side Effect
>10% Nausea (PO 47%; patch 21%),Vomiting (PO 31%; patch 6-19%),Dizziness (PO 21%; patch 2-7%),Diarrhea (PO 19%; patch 6-10%),Headache (PO 17%; patch 3-... View More
Interaction
Not to be used with other cholinomimetic drugs that might interfere with the activity of anticholinergic medications. May exaggerate the effects of succ... View More
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