Rivastigmine is a prescription drug used to treat dementia caused by Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. This eMedTV page describes the effects of rivastigmine, explains how and when to take the drug, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
Common side effects of rivastigmine include constipation, nausea, and headache. This eMedTV Web page lists other common rivastigmine side effects, as well as potentially serious problems that require medical attention, such as anxiety or seizures.
Rivastigmine is used for treating mild to moderate Alzheimer's and Parkinson's dementia. This page on the eMedTV Web site discusses rivastigmine uses in more detail, explains how the drug works, and lists possible off-label uses for the medicine.
The recommended starting rivastigmine dose for Alzheimer's treatment is taken twice daily. This eMedTV resource also provides rivastigmine dosing guidelines for the treatment of Parkinson's dementia and offers tips on taking the medication.
Anticholinergic medicines, NSAIDs, and cholinergic drugs could potentially interact with rivastigmine. As this eMedTV page explains, these drug interactions with rivastigmine may lead to side effects or reduce the effectiveness of the medicines.
Rivastigmine can cause serious gastrointestinal reactions, including severe nausea and vomiting. This eMedTV segment provides other important precautions and warnings with rivastigmine, including a list of other potential side effects that may occur.
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