Rivasun 3mg Capsule
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Sunrise Remedies Pvt Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Rivastigmine (3mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Carbamate Derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
Action Class | Cholinesterase inhibitors - Alzheimer's disease |
User Rating | 4.4 |
User Reviews | 400 |
FAQ
Rivasun 3mg Capsule Reviews
Your doctor will explain how to take Rivasun 3mg. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit. The dose may change from time to time to suit your individual needs. You may take it with food, preferably at night before going to bed. It can take up to a few weeks for symptoms to improve so keep taking your medicine regularly. You should not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, weight loss, indigestion, and weakness. You may have side effects more often when you start your treatment or when your dose is increased. Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to the Rivasun 3mg. If they are severe or will not go away, you should contact your doctor.
Before using Rivasun 3mg, you should tell your doctor if you’ve ever had heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy, or asthma. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other drugs you are using so let your doctor know what these are to be safe. During pregnancy, this medicine should only be taken if it is advised.
How Rivasun 3mg Capsule Works
How to Use Rivasun 3mg Capsule
Benefits of Rivasun 3mg Capsule
- In Alzheimer's disease: In people with Alzheimer’s disease, certain nerve cells die in the brain. This results in lower levels of a chemical called acetylcholine which helps nerve cells to communicate with each other. This leads to symptoms of dementia such as memory loss, confusion, disorientation, problems with speech and language, and personality changes. Rivasun 3mg increases the amount of acetylcholine and helps brain cells to communicate. It can, therefore, improve some of the symptoms such as memory, awareness, and the ability to carry out daily functions for a time. However, it is not a cure.You should use the patches exactly as they have been prescribed and only use one at a time. Choose a different place on your body to wear the patch each time you put on a new one. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep applying the patches even if you do not think they are working.
- In Treatment of Dementia Associated with Parkinson's disease: Dementia in Parkinson’s disease refers to problems in memory and thinking that are advanced, interfering with daily activities and quality of life. Rivasun 3mg helps in managing these symptoms in a safe manner that can be used for a long term. This will make it easier for you to carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.
Uses of Rivasun 3mg Capsule
- Alzheimer's disease
- Treatment of Dementia Associated with Parkinson's disease
Rivasun 3mg Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Inform your doctor if you experience seizures or convulsions while taking this medicine.
- It does not cure Alzheimer's disease but may help improve brain function and ability to do daily activities.
- You have been prescribed Rivasun 3mg to slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
- Be cautious while taking this medicine if you suffer from peptic ulcer as it may cause vomiting, stomach bleeding, stomach pain, or discomfort.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Rivasun 3mg affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you experience seizures or convulsions while taking this medicine.
- You have been prescribed Rivasun 3mg to slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
- Be cautious while taking this medicine if you suffer from peptic ulcer as it may cause vomiting, stomach bleeding, stomach pain, or discomfort.
- It does not cure Alzheimer's disease but may help improve brain function and ability to do daily activities.
- It may cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking Rivasun 3mg.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Rivasun 3mg affects you.
- It may cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking Rivasun 3mg.
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