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Contraindications for Rivastigmine Patch Use-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Rivastigmine patch as follows: Rivastigmine patch use can result in contraction of bronchial smooth muscle and increased effort of breathing. Individuals can present with progressively compromised endurance, increasing shortness of breath, and emergency situations, secondary to exacerbation of breathing difficulty. Individuals with history of asthma and COPD, following use of Rivastigmine patch, can present with exacerbation of the respiratory conditions and so, must be used with extreme caution. [...]

Contraindications for Rivastigmine Patch Use-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Rivastigmine patch as follows: Do not use Rivastigmine patch, if you ever manifested any allergic response to use of the patch or to use of the active ingredient of the patch, Rivastigmine. Discuss your history of allergic response to this medication with your physician, without fail. In the event of any current manifestations of any allergic response with use of Rivastigmine patch, report it to your physician or [...]

Side Effects of Rivastigmine Patch-4

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Rivastigmine patch as follows: Central nervous system side-effects Increased acetylcholine activity with Rivastigmine patch use can result in lowering of seizure threshold and precipitation of seizure activity. Individuals with history of seizures can be at increased risk for this side-effect with use of Rivastigmine patch. Cholinergic side-effects Rivastigmine patch works by promoting the activity of acetylcholine, which is a neurotransmitter that helps to promote memory and cognition. [...]

Side Effects of Rivastigmine Patch-3

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Rivastigmine patch as follows: Genitourinary side-effects Increased acetylcholine activity with Rivastigmine patch use can result in increased bladder contractions. Individuals can present with frequency of urination, which can contribute to fluid volume loss and hypotension. Proper hydration measures and compliance with fluid resuscitation recommendations can help with preventing fluid volume loss and episodes of hypotension. Respiratory side-effects Increased acetylcholine activity with Rivastigmine patch use can result in [...]

Side Effects of Rivastigmine Patch-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Rivastigmine patch as follows: Gastrointestinal side-effects [...]