Exelon Information:

Exelon (Rivastigmine) is used to treat people with mild or moderate Alzheimer's disease (AD). At either stage, Exelon (Rivastigmine) can help slow the rate of decline, maintain, or even sometimes improve the person's current level of function. Exelon (Rivastigmine) is a cholinesterase inhibitor used to treat loss of memory and thinking ability associated with Alzheimer's Disease. There is no known cure for AD. All people with AD get progressively worse over time no matter what medicine they take. But studies have shown that some patients with mild to moderate AD were more likely to show improvement or less likely to decline than patients given a sugar pill. In other words, Exelon (Rivastigmine) may help people with AD maintain function longer than they would without treatment. And that's the goal of Exelon (Rivastigmine) therapy-to improve or maintain functioning or slow the decline.

Exelon Side Effects:

Exelon side effects that may go away during treatment, include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dizziness, drowsiness, increased sweating, tremor, weakness, unusual fatigue, weight loss, stomach pain, indigestion, or gas. If Exelon side effectscontinue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other Exelon side effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.