Exelon: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Exelon is used to treat confusion associated with certain neurological conditions. The drug does not have a complete healing effect, may cause some side effects during treatment, so patients should be aware of this issue when using Exelon

1. Uses of Exelon

Exelon is used to treat confusion, or memory loss, associated with conditions such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. The main ingredient in Exelon is Rivastigmine, which cannot cure these two diseases, but can improve the patient's memory, cognition and ability to perform daily functions. The drug works by restoring the balance of natural substances or neurotransmitters in the patient's brain.

2. Indications for taking Exelon

Indications for use of Exelon drug in the following cases:
Parkinson's disease-related dementia Mild to moderate Alzheimer's dementia Moderate to severe Alzheimer's dementia Dementia Lewy body spread radiate

3. Notes when using Exelon

Patients need to carefully read and grasp the information about the drug, how to use the drug provided by the doctor and pharmacist before taking the medicine. Patients need to follow instructions to use the patches correctly and effectively. As soon as there are questions, consult your treating doctor and pharmacist immediately.
Patients will be glued to the skin as prescribed by the treating doctor, usually 1 time / day. Do not open a sealed medicine bag until you are ready to use it. The first step in administering the drug is that the patient opens the bag and removes the patch from the protective lining. Patients should note that it is not allowed to cut the patch, stick the patch as directed on clean, dry, hairless skin on places such as back, arm, chest ... If there is an old patch, the disease will Patients need to remove the old patches before performing the above steps and absolutely do not leave 2 patches on the skin. Patients absolutely do not apply the patch on red, irritated, cracked skin or areas that have been previously applied lotion. In addition, it is also important to avoid sticking the patch on tight clothing because it can cause the patch to peel off. While the patch is on, the patient can still shower.

When changing the patch, the patient should first remove the old patch, fold the patch in half so that the two sides stick together, and keep it out of the reach of children and pets. Then, apply a new patch on another skin area, limiting skin irritation. A new patch should not be applied to the same area that was previously applied for at least 2 weeks. If the patch falls off before the time it needs to be changed, apply a new patch immediately and replace it with another patch at the right time the next day. Patients should be aware that no attempt should be made to reattach old patches or patches that have fallen off using forms such as adhesive tape to keep them in place.
Do not touch your eyes while using the patch. Wash your hands with soap and water after each medication use. If eye contact is not careful or if the eye becomes red after handling the patch, immediately rinse the eye with water and notify the physician immediately if any symptoms of eye irritation appear.
The dose of the drug depends on the specific disease case and the response to the drug in each patient's body is different. To reduce the risk of side effects such as nausea and diarrhea, start with a low dose and increase the dose after 4 weeks. Do not increase the dose of the medicine, use it regularly every day, or leave the patch on the skin for longer than the prescribed time without a specific prescription from the treating doctor because it may increase the side effects as well as the healing process. last longer. Use the medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it. If you have not taken the medicine for 3 or more days in a row, talk to your doctor before starting it again, as you may need to start taking it again with a new lower dose.

4. Conclusion

Exelon is a drug used to treat memory loss, confusion in diseases related to the nervous system such as Parkinson's. Medicines need to be used in the right dose, in the right way and at the right time to promote the most effects without causing side effects for the patient.

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Reference source: webmd.com