Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 helps treat mild to moderate dementia in Alzheimer???s disease, a progressive (worsening) illness that gradually affects memory and thinking. It is also used to treat Dementia in Parkinson???s disease. It does not cure these illnesses but may help improve memory, awareness, and other symptoms.Your doctor will explain how to use Exelon Transdermal Patch 5. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit. The dose may change from time to time to suit your individual needs. You should not wear more than one patch at a time. Normally, you will use one new patch each day, and the place where you apply it is changed to avoid skin irritation. It can take up to 4 weeks for the symptoms to improve, so keep wearing your patches regularly.Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, abdominal pain, headache, fainting, dizziness, anxiety, depression, delirium, agitation, urinary tract infection, urinary incontinence, rash, fever, weight loss, and application site reactions. You may have side effects more often during the start of your treatment or when your dose is increased. Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to the medicine. If the side effects do not go away or if they become severe, you should remove your patch and contact your doctor.Before using Exelon Transdermal Patch 5, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy, or asthma. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other medicines you are using so let your doctor know what these are to be safe. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.There is a Patient Support Program/Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.

Use this medicine in dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Make sure the skin is clean and dry. Remove the protective liner of the patch. Do not touch the sticky side. With sticky side down, place the patch evenly onto the skin.

Use this medicine in dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Make sure the skin is clean and dry. Remove the protective liner of the patch. Do not touch the sticky side. With sticky side down, place the patch evenly onto the skin.

'- Alcohol : None

No interaction found/established

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

- Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

- Driving : None

No interaction found/established

- Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease as close monitoring is advised while you are taking this medicine.

- Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying liver disease as close monitoring is advised while you are taking this medicine.

If you miss a dose of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

packet of 30 transdermal patches

Chemical Class :: Carbamate Derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS

Alzheimer's disease

Store below 30?C

Q. Can I stop taking Exelon Transdermal Patch 5?::: You should not stop or change the dose of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 without consulting your doctor. However, if the treatment is interrupted for more than 3 days, do not continue the medicine without consulting your doctor. The doctor will re-initiate the treatment with a low dose which can then be increased gradually as was done previously.| Q. Can Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 cause hallucinations?::: Yes, Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 can cause hallucinations. However, hallucinations are reported very rarely with the use of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5, which means they occur in very few people. It may usually occur shortly after dose modification. If you do not feel well, consult your doctor.| Q. Does Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 cause drowsiness?::: Yes, Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 can cause drowsiness or sleepiness, especially at the start of treatment or when the dose is increased. If you feel dizzy or sleepy, do not drive, use machines or perform any tasks that require your attention.| Q. Is it okay to take antacids while using Exelon Transdermal Patch 5?::: Yes, antacids can be taken while using Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 as they do not interfere with the working of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5. The use of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 may cause increased acid secretion in the stomach in some patients. Hence, your doctor may prescribe an antacid to relieve this acidity caused due to Exelon Transdermal Patch 5.| Q. How long does Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 take to work?::: Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 may take as long as 12 weeks to start showing its effect. The effect of the medicine on each individual may differ. The clinical benefits of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 should be assessed regularly. If after 12 weeks of treatment the symptoms do not improve, stop the medication and consult your doctor.| Q. How should Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 be taken?::: Always take the medicine as directed by your doctor. Usually Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 is prescribed to be taken twice a day, in the morning and evening, with food. Swallow the whole capsule with water; do not open or crush the capsule. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.| Q. Is it okay to take antacids while taking Exelon Transdermal Patch 5?::: Yes, antacids can be taken while taking Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 as they do not interfere with the working of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5. Moreover, Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 may cause increased acid secretion in the stomach in some patients. Your doctor may prescribe an antacid to relieve this acidity.| Q. What will happen if I take more than the recommended doses of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5?::: Taking more than the recommended doses of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 may cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness, tremor, headache, sleepiness, hallucinations and malaise. An overdose may also cause confusion, increased sweating and increase in blood pressure. In case you take an overdose of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 or if you experience any such symptoms, seek immediate medical attention.| Q. Does Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 cause drowsiness?::: Yes, Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 can cause drowsiness or sleepiness, especially at the start of treatment or when increasing the dose. If you feel dizzy or sleepy, do not drive, use machines or perform any tasks that require your attention. If dizziness continues and bothers you, consult your doctor.| Q. Can I stop taking Exelon Transdermal Patch 5?::: You should not stop or change the dose of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 without consulting your doctor. However, if treatment is interrupted for more than 3 days, do not continue the medicine without consulting your doctor. The doctor will re-initiate the treatment with a low dose twice a day. The dose can then be increased gradually as was done previously.| Q. Can Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 cause hallucinations?::: Yes, Exelon Transdermal Patch 5 can cause hallucinations. However, hallucinations are reported very rarely with the use of Exelon Transdermal Patch 5, which means they occur in very few people. It may usually occur shortly after dose modification. If you do not feel well, consult your doctor.

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