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What is rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System

rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System improves the function of nerve cells in the brain. It works by preventing the breakdown of a chemical that is important for the processes of memory, thinking, and reasoning. People with dementia usually have lower levels of this chemical.
Rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System is used to treat mild to moderate dementia caused by Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease.
rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System may also be used for purposes not listed in rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System guide.

Rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:

Common side effects may include:

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Side effects (in more detail)
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Rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System dosing

Usual Adult Dose for Alzheimer's Disease:

Mild to moderate Alzheimer's Disease:
Oral:
Initial dose: 1.5 mg orally twice a day with morning and evening meals.
Maintenance dose: After a minimum of two weeks of treatment, if the initial dosage is well tolerated, it may be increased to 3 mg twice a day. Subsequent increases to 4.5 mg and 6 mg twice a day should be attempted only after a minimum of 2 weeks at the previous dosage.
Transdermal:
Initial Dose: 4.6 mg/24 hour transdermal patch applied to the skin once daily
Maintenance Dose: After a minimum of four weeks of treatment and if well tolerated, the dose of the patch can be increased to 9.5 mg/24 hours for as long as this dose is beneficial. The dose can then be increased to 13.3 mg/24 hours.
Maximum Dose: 13.3 mg/ 24 hour transdermal patch applied to skin daily. Higher doses confer no appreciable additional benefit, and are associated with significant increase in the incidence of adverse events.
Comment:
-Apply once a day
-Press down firmly for 30 seconds until edges stick well
-Use upper or lower back as the site of application
-Do not apply to skin area where cream, lotion, powder has been recently applied
-Do not apply to skin that is red, irritated, or cut
-Wear one patch at a time
-Change site of application daily, do not apply a new patch to same location for at least 14 days
-May wear patch during bathing, but avoid long exposure to external heat sources
Severe Alzheimer's Disease:
13.3 mg/24 hours transdermal patch applied to skin once daily; replace with a new patch every 24 hours
Comment:
-If dosing interrupted for 3 days or fewer, restart treatment with the same or lower strength transdermal patch
-If dosing is interrupted for more than 3 days, restart treatment with the 4.6 mg/24 hours transdermal patch and titrate

Usual Adult Dose for Parkinson's Disease:

Mild to Moderate Parkinson's Disease Dementia:
Oral:
Initial dose: 1.5 mg orally twice a day with morning and evening meals
Maintenance dose: Subsequently, the dose may be increased to 3 mg orally twice a day and further to 4.5 mg twice a day and 6 mg twice a day with a minimum of 4 weeks at each dose.
Transdermal:
Initial dose: 4.6 mg/24 hours applied to the skin once a day
Maintenance dose: After a minimum of four weeks of treatment and if well tolerated, the dose of the patch be increased to 9.5 mg/24 hours for as long as this dose is beneficial. The dose can then be increased to 13.3 mg/24 hours.
Maximum dose: 13.3 mg/ 24 hours. Higher doses confer no appreciable additional benefit, and are associated with significant increase in the incidence of adverse events.
Comment:
-Apply once a day
-Press down firmly for 30 seconds until edges stick well
-Use upper or lower back as the site of application
-Do not apply to skin area where cream, lotion, powder has been recently applied
-Do not apply to skin that is red, irritated, or cut
-Wear one patch at a time
-Change site of application daily, do not apply a new patch to same location for at least 14 days
-May wear patch during bathing, but avoid long exposure to external heat sources

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1 .5mg50 $41.99Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg56 $116.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg56 $120.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg56 $137.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Turkey, Singapore, UK, USA
1 .5mg56 $151.22Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
1 .5mg60 $267.00
1 .5mg60 Capsule$51.38
1 .5mg84 $155.99Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg84 $156.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg84 $192.10Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Turkey, Singapore, UK, USA
1 .5mg84 $195.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg100 $66.49Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg/24kour28 patches$105.81Canada, UK
18 mg/24hr30 patch$199.92Israel
2 mg/ml/120ml1 $135.00Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg28 $67.92Israel
3 mg56 $113.99Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg56 $137.61Australia, Canada, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg56 $139.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg56 $199.00Australia, Canada, NZ, Singapore, UK
3 mg84 $156.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg84 $193.17Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
3 mg84 $199.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg84 $206.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg90 $71.49Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg56 $119.50Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg56 $139.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg56 $140.39Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg56 $185.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg60 $258.00
4 .5mg84 $155.99Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg84 $176.20Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg84 $199.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg84 $200.99Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .6mg/24h2 $329.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .6mg/24h3 $429.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
6 mg56 $112.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
6 mg56 $113.99Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
6 mg56 $139.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Turkey, Singapore, UK, USA
6 mg56 $145.00Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
6 mg84 $161.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
6 mg84 $189.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
6 mg84 $222.51Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
6 mg84 $222.51Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
6 mg168 $384.24Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
9 .5mg/24hr1 $183.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
9 .5mg/24hr3 $535.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
Exelon 4.5mg Capsule $0.02Novartis India Ltd
3 mg x 60's $51.38
EXELON cap 6 mg x 60's $51.38Novartis Pharma
EXELON cap 1.5 mg x 60's $55.69Novartis Pharma
EXELON 4.6MG PATCH 10CM 1 packet(s) (30 patchs each) $64.16Novartis India Ltd
Exelon 1.5mg Capsule $0.99Novartis India Ltd
Exelon cap 1.5 mg 60's $146.83Novartis Healthcare
Exelon 4.5 mg x 30's $41.53
1 .5mg50 $41.99Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg56 $116.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg56 $120.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg56 $137.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Turkey, Singapore, UK, USA
1 .5mg56 $151.22Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
1 .5mg60 $267.00
1 .5mg60 Capsule$51.38
1 .5mg84 $155.99Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg84 $156.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg84 $192.10Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Turkey, Singapore, UK, USA
1 .5mg84 $195.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg100 $66.49Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg/24kour28 patches$105.81Canada, UK
18 mg/24hr30 patch$199.92Israel
2 mg/ml/120ml1 $135.00Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg28 $67.92Israel
3 mg56 $113.99Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg56 $137.61Australia, Canada, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg56 $139.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg56 $199.00Australia, Canada, NZ, Singapore, UK
3 mg84 $156.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg84 $193.17Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
3 mg84 $199.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg84 $206.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg90 $71.49Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg56 $119.50Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg56 $139.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg56 $140.39Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg56 $185.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg60 $258.00
4 .5mg84 $155.99Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg84 $176.20Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg84 $199.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg84 $200.99Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .6mg/24h2 $329.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .6mg/24h3 $429.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
6 mg56 $112.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
6 mg56 $113.99Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
6 mg56 $139.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Turkey, Singapore, UK, USA
6 mg56 $145.00Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
6 mg84 $161.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
6 mg84 $189.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
6 mg84 $222.51Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
6 mg84 $222.51Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
6 mg168 $384.24Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
9 .5mg/24hr1 $183.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
9 .5mg/24hr3 $535.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
Exelon 3 mg x 60's $259.56
Exelon 18mg Transdermal Patch $2.16Novartis India Ltd
6 mg x 60's $51.38
Exelon 4.5mg CAP / 60 $51.38
EXELON 1.5 MG CAPSULE 1 packet(s) (60 capsules each) $59.64Novartis India Ltd
EXELON 10 MG PATCH 1 packet(s) (30 patchs each) $64.74Novartis India Ltd
EXELON 4.5 MG CAPSULE 1 packet(s) (60 capsules each) $1.03Novartis India Ltd
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Exelon 3 mg x 30's $45.78
RIVAMER cap 3 mg x 10's $1.43Sun (Symbiosis)
Rivamer 1.5mg Capsule $0.16Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Rivamer 1.5mg CAP / 10 $1.01
Rivamer 4.5mg Capsule $0.15Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
RIVAMER 1.5 MG CAPSULE 1 strip(s) (10 capsules each) $1.47Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd
Rivamer 3mg Capsule $0.20Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
1 .5mg10 Capsule$0.63
RIVASMINE cap 6 mg x 10's $1.47Cipla
1 .5 mg x 10's $0.63
Rivasmine 3mg Capsule $0.09Cipla Ltd
RIVASMINE Capsule/ Tablet / 3mg (10 units) $0.91Cipla
Rivasmine 4.5mg CAP / 10 $1.19
1 .5mg50 $39.00Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg56 $57.52Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
1 .5mg100 $60.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg100 $77.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
1 .5mg100 $179.00Australia, Canada, NZ, Singapore, UK
15 mg100 $65.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg90 $72.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg90 $79.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
3 mg90 $83.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg56 $107.01Canada, UK
4 .5mg60 $69.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg112 $83.14Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg112 $109.76Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
4 .5mg224 $190.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
45 mg100 $70.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
6 mg56 $62.84Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
6 mg100 $98.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Turkey, Singapore, UK, USA
6 mg100 $105.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Turkey, Singapore, UK, USA
6 mg100 $179.00Australia, Canada, NZ, Singapore, UK
6 mg168 $137.76Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
Exelon 1.5 mg capsule $4.81
Exelon 9.5 mg/24hr patch $8.08
6 mg10 Capsule$1.47
Srivasmine 6 mg Capsule $0.15
Srivasmine 3 mg Capsule $0.09
Srivasmine 4.5 mg Capsule $0.12
1 .5mg10 Tablet$0.87
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Rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System - Frequently asked Questions

Can Rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?

In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.

It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.

How should I take rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System?

rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System is usually taken twice per day. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Take rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System with food.

rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System oral solution (liquid) comes with patient instructions for correctly measuring the dose. Follow these directions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

You may swallow the liquid medicine directly from the syringe or mix the medicine with a small glass of water, fruit juice, or soda. Stir the mixture and drink all of it within 4 hours after mixing. To get the entire dose, add a little more water to the same glass, swirl gently and drink right away.

After using the syringe, wipe the outside of it with a clean tissue and put the syringe back into its protective case. Close the medicine bottle using the child resistant closure.

Use rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

Tell your doctor if you have any changes in weight. rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System doses are based on weight, and any changes may affect the dose.

If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.

If you stop taking rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System for any reason, do not restart the medicine without talking to your doctor first. You may need to restart treatment with a lower dose.

Store in an upright position at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Do not allow the liquid medicine to freeze.

What other drugs will affect rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System?

Do not wear a rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System transdermal skin patch at the same time you are taking rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System capsules or oral liquid.

Other drugs may interact with rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.

Who should not take rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System?

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System or similar medicines, such as neostigmine, meprobamate, or carisoprodol.

You should not take oral rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System if you have ever had severe redness, itching, or skin irritation caused by wearing a rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System transdermal skin patch.

To make sure rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

FDA pregnancy category B. rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.

Can Rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System be taken or consumed while pregnant?

Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.

Can Rivastigmine 4.6 MG/Day 24HR Transdermal System be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?

Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.

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