It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rivacap 1.5. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rivacap 1.5 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rivacap 1.5 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Rivacap 1.5 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rivacap 1.5 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Rivacap 1.5 is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have underlying kidney diseases as close monitoring is advised while you are taking this medicine.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rivacap 1.5 is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Rivacap 1.5 is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying liver disease as close monitoring is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Medicine Overview of Rivacap 1.5 1.5mg Capsule
Introduction
Rivacap 1.5 is used to treat mild to moderate dementia in Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive illness which gradually affects memory and thinking. It is also used to treat Parkinson’s disease. It does not cure these illnesses but may help improve memo ... Show more
Uses of Rivacap 1.5
Alzheimer's disease
Side effects of Rivacap 1.5
Common
Vomiting
Nausea
Indigestion
How to use Rivacap 1.5
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rivacap 1.5 is to be taken with food.
How Rivacap 1.5 works
Memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease occurs due to disturbances of signal transmission in the brain. Rivacap 1.5 is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) involved in transmmission of nerve ... Show more
What if you forget to take Rivacap 1.5?
If you miss a dose of Rivacap 1.5, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Rivacap 1.5 to slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
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 Rivacap 1.5.
Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Rivacap 1.5 affects you.
Be cautious while taking this medicine if you suffer from peptic ulcer as it may cause vomiting, stomach bleeding, stomach pain, or discomfo ... Show more
Inform your doctor if you experience seizures or convulsions while taking this medicine.
Brief Description
Indication
Severe dementia in Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson Dementia
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Adult Dose
Alzheimer Dementia
Oral
Indicated for mild-to-moderate dementia of the Alzheimer's type
Initial: 1.5 mg PO q12hr
Increase by 1.5 mg/dose q2Weeks; ... Show more
Renal Dose
Transdermal
Renal impairment: No dosage adjustment required
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to other carbamate derivatives. Severe hepatic impairment.
Mode of Action
Rivastigmine reversibly inhibits hydrolysis of acetylcholine by cholinesterases thus increasing acetylcholine present in the CNS. It is selective for ... Show more
Precaution
Patients with sick sinus syndrome or conduction defects, resp diseases. Cholinergic stimulation may increase gastric acid secretion. May exacerbate ur ... Show more
Side Effect
>10%
Nausea (PO 47%; patch 21%),Vomiting (PO 31%; patch 6-19%),Dizziness (PO 21%; patch 2-7%),Diarrhea (PO 19%; patch 6-10%),Headache (PO 17%; patch ... Show more
Interaction
Not to be used with other cholinomimetic drugs that might interfere with the activity of anticholinergic medications. May exaggerate the effects of su ... Show more
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