Exelon 1.5 mg Capsule

Exelon 1.5 mg Capsule contains 1.5 mg of rivastigmine in each capsule. Rivastigmine is a cholinesterase inhibitor used to help treat mild to moderate dementia related to Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease dementia. Exelon 1.5 mg Capsule is the lowest capsule strength in this brand range and is often used when a doctor wants to start treatment cautiously or when a lower dose is needed.

How it works: Rivastigmine helps raise the level of acetylcholine, a brain chemical involved in memory, thinking, and attention, by slowing its breakdown. In capsule form, Exelon 1.5 mg Capsule is swallowed and absorbed through the digestive tract before it starts working.

Exelon 1.5 mg Capsule is the lowest strength available in this line, with higher options of Exelon 3 mg Capsule, Exelon 4.5 mg Capsule, and Exelon 6 mg Capsule. Because it is the smallest capsule strength, it may be chosen for people who are starting rivastigmine for the first time, are sensitive to side effects, or need a slower dose increase under a doctor's supervision.

• Mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease
• Dementia associated with Parkinson's disease
• Support for memory and thinking symptoms
• Doctor-supervised starting dose for rivastigmine

• Swallow Exelon 1.5 mg Capsule whole with water; do not crush, chew, or open it.
• Take it with food to help reduce nausea and stomach upset.
• Try to take it at the same times each day to keep levels steady.
• If your doctor prescribes twice-daily dosing, space the doses about 12 hours apart.
• Do not increase to a higher Exelon capsule strength unless your doctor tells you to.
• If you miss a dose, follow your prescriber's instructions; do not double up without medical advice.

Each Exelon 1.5 mg Capsule provides 1.5 mg of rivastigmine. This strength is commonly taken twice daily, but the exact schedule and whether it should be increased to a higher strength are decided by the doctor based on response and tolerability. The maximum daily dose depends on the prescribed regimen and should not be adjusted on your own.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Rivastigmine may include:

• Nausea, especially when starting treatment or after dose increases
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Weight loss

• Exelon 1.5 mg Capsule may cause nausea and vomiting, and these effects can be more noticeable when first starting or increasing the dose.
• Use caution if you have heart rhythm problems, a history of fainting, or slow pulse.
• Tell your doctor if you have stomach ulcers, GI bleeding, asthma, COPD, or trouble urinating.
• Alcohol may worsen dizziness or stomach upset.
• This medicine can affect your ability to drive or use machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Let your doctor know about low body weight or ongoing weight loss, since rivastigmine can reduce appetite.
• Do not stop or raise the dose on your own; dose changes are usually gradual with this lowest strength.

• Anticholinergic medicines may reduce the effect of rivastigmine.
• Beta-blockers can increase the risk of a slow heart rate when used with rivastigmine.
• Other medicines that can slow the heart may add to dizziness or fainting risk.
• NSAIDs or blood thinners may raise concern if stomach irritation or bleeding occurs.
• Tell your prescriber about all prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, and supplements before starting Exelon 1.5 mg Capsule.

Store Exelon 1.5 mg Capsule in a dry place at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and out of reach of children.