Exelon

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Exelon Information

Exelon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Patch. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease. Exelon also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Exelon. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Exelon also has some side effects, the most common being Fainting, Indigestion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Exelon as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Exelon are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Exelon has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Exelon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) must refrain from the use of Exelon since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Exelon contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Exelon have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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



Exelon Benefits & Uses

Exelon is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Exelon 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


Exelon Side Effects

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

Moderate

  • Confusion
  • Hallucinations

Mild

Common

Exelon Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Exelon safe for pregnant women?


    Exelon is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Exelon safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can take Exelon as it bears very minor side effects for them.

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


    Exelon rarely affects the kidneys.

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


    Exelon may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

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


    Exelon is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Exelon with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Exelon Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Exelon unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Exelon

  • Is this Exelon habit forming or addictive?


    Exelon is not addictive in nature.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Exelon. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Exelon only as per medical advice.

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


    Yes, taking Exelon can treat mental disorders.

    Yes

Exelon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Exelon


    Taking Exelon with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Exelon


    Consumption of alcohol and Exelon together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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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