Exelon 1.5mg Capsule

Short Description

Exelon 1.5mg Capsule is used to treat mild to moderate dementia in Alzheimer’s disease and dementia-associated Parkinson’s disease. It helps improve memory, awareness, and other symptoms.

Dosage Form

Capsule

Introduction

Exelon 1.5mg Capsule is prescribed for treating mild to moderate dementia in Alzheimer’s disease and dementia-associated Parkinson’s disease. It does not cure these illnesses but may help improve memory, awareness, and other symptoms. Common side effects 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. These side effects are more common at the start of treatment or when the dose is increased. Consult your doctor if side effects persist or become severe. Inform your doctor if you have heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy, or asthma before using this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Exelon 1.5mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Indigestion Abdominal pain

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Exelon 1.5mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Exelon 1.5mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Exelon 1.5mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. Consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Atropine Camylofin Hyoscine butylbromide Otilonium Bromide

Memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease occurs due to disturbances of signal transmission in the brain. Exelon 1.5mg Capsule is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) involved in the transmission of nerve signals, thereby improving memory and thinking.

You have been prescribed Exelon 1.5mg Capsule 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 stay hydrated. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Exelon 1.5mg Capsule affects you. Be cautious if you suffer from peptic ulcer as it may cause vomiting, stomach bleeding, stomach pain, or discomfort.