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  5. Rivaplast

Rivaplast

  • Manufactured by: Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Rivastigmine (9 mg)

Rivaplast

Prescription Required

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  • Manufactured by: Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Rivastigmine (9 mg)

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Rivaplast Information

Rivaplast is a prescription drug, available for use as Patch. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease. Secondary and off-label uses of Rivaplast have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rivaplast. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Rivaplast include Fainting, Indigestion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Rivaplast as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Rivaplast are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Rivaplast's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Rivaplast's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Rivaplast related warnings section.

Rivaplast can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Rivaplast in conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). Other contraindications of Rivaplast have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Rivaplast may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Rivaplast is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

  1. Rivaplast Benefits & Uses
  2. Rivaplast Dosage & How to Take
  3. Rivaplast Side Effects
  4. Rivaplast Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Rivaplast with Other Drugs
  6. Rivaplast Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Rivaplast
  8. Rivaplast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Rivaplast Benefits & Uses

Rivaplast is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Parkinson's Disease

Other Benefits

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

Rivaplast 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: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 4.6 mg
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dose may gradually increase up to 13.3 mg, BID
Geriatric
  • Disease: Alzheimer's Disease
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 4.6 mg
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dose may gradually increase up to 13.3 mg, BID

Rivaplast Side Effects

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

Moderate

  • Confusion
  • Hallucinations

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Weight Loss
  • Anxiety
  • Restlessness

Common

  • Fainting
  • Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)

Rivaplast Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Rivaplast safe for pregnant women?


    Rivaplast is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Rivaplast safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Rivaplast for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Rivaplast on the Kidneys?


    Rivaplast rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Rivaplast on the Liver?


    Side effects of Rivaplast rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Rivaplast on the Heart?


    Using Rivaplast does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Rivaplast with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Caffeine,Chlorpheniramine,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine
    Amoxapine
    • Amolox Tablet
    • Demolox 50 Tablet
    • Depilox 100 Mg Tablet
    • Depilox 50 Mg Tablet
    Dextromethorphan
    • Planokuf D Syrup
    • Benadryl Syrup
    • Corex DX Syrup
    • Corex DX Syrup
    Amantadine
    • Amantrel Capsule
    • Parkitidin Tablet
    • Amantrel Tablet
    • Flublast Tablet

    Rivaplast Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rivaplast 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 Rivaplast

    • Is this Rivaplast habit forming or addictive?


      No, you will not get addicted to Rivaplast.

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


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

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Rivaplast should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


      Yes, this Rivaplast works for mental disorders.

      Yes

    Rivaplast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Rivaplast


      Taking Rivaplast with food does not harm your health.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Rivaplast


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

      Severe

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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    3 Years of Experience


    References

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Exelon® (rivastigmine tartrate)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 108

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1110-1112

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