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Rimine 1.5 Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Rimine 1.5 Tablet is a product of ZR Healthcare

Composition: Rivastigmine (1.5mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

173.40

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All Details About Rimine 1.5 Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Rimine 1.5 Tablet

Description:

Rimine 1.5 Tablet is used to treat mild to moderate dementia in Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive illness that gradually affects memory and thinking. It is also used for dementia-associated Parkinson’s disease. It does not cure these illnesses but may help improve memory, awareness, and other symptoms.

Your doctor will explain how to take Rimine 1.5 Tablet. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit. The dose may change from time to time to suit your individual needs. You may take it with food, preferably at night before going to bed. It can take up to a few weeks for symptoms to improve so keep taking your medicine regularly. You should not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, weight loss, indigestion, and weakness. You may have side effects more often when you start your treatment or when your dose is increased. Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to the Rimine 1.5 Tablet. If they are severe or will not go away, you should contact your doctor.

Earlier using Rimine 1.5 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you’ve ever had heart problems, stomach ulcers, epilepsy, or asthma. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other drugs you are using so let your doctor know what these are to be safe. During pregnancy, this medicine should only be taken if it is advised.

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rimine 1.5 Tablet should be taken with or after food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Rimine

  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Indigestion
  • Chubbyigue
  • Diarrhea
  • Drowsiness
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Headache
  • Agitation
  • Apprehension
  • Restlessness
  • Dizziness
  • Tremors
  • Weight loss
  • Confusion

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rimine 1.5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rimine 1.5 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rimine 1.5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Rimine 1.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rimine 1.5 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have underlying kidney diseases as close monitoring is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Rimine 1.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying liver disease as close monitoring is advised while you are taking this medicine.

FAQs:

How long does Rimine 1.5 Tablet take to work?

Rimine 1.5 Tablet may take as long as 12 weeks to begin working. Response to the medicine differs from person to person. The clinical benefits of Rimine 1.5 Tablet should be assessed regularly. If after 12 weeks of treatment the symptoms do not improve, Rimine 1.5 Tablet should be stopped.

How should Rimine 1.5 Tablet be taken?

Forever take the medicine as directed by your doctor. Usually, Rimine 1.5 Tablet is prescribed to be taken twice a day, in the morning and evening, with food. Swallow the whole capsule with water and do not open or crush the capsule. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

Is it okay to take antacids while taking Rimine 1.5 Tablet?

Affirmative, antacids can be taken while taking Rimine 1.5 Tablet as they do not interfere with the working of Rimine 1.5 Tablet. Moreover, Rimine 1.5 Tablet may cause increased acid secretion in the stomach in some patients. Your doctor may prescribe an antacid to relieve this acidity.

What will happen if I take more than the recommended doses of Rimine 1.5 Tablet?

Taking more than the recommended doses of Rimine 1.5 Tablet may cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness, tremor, headache, sleepiness, hallucinations, and malaise. Higher doses may also cause confusion, increased sweating, and an increase in blood pressure. In case you take an overdose of Rimine 1.5 Tablet, seek immediate medical attention.

Does Rimine 1.5 Tablet cause drowsiness?

Affirmative, Rimine 1.5 Tablet can cause drowsiness or sleepiness, especially at the start of treatment or when increasing the dose. If you feel dizzy or sleepy, do not drive, use machines or perform any tasks that require your attention.

Can I stop taking Rimine 1.5 Tablet?

You should not stop or change the dose of Rimine 1.5 Tablet without consulting your doctor. However, if treatment is interrupted for more than three days, then do not take the medicine and consult your doctor. The doctor will re-initiate the treatment with a low dose twice a day. The dose can then be increased gradually as was done previously.

Can Rimine 1.5 Tablet cause hallucinations?

Affirmative, Rimine 1.5 Tablet can cause hallucinations. However, hallucinations are reported very rarely with the use of Rimine 1.5 Tablet, which means they occur in very few people. It may usually occur shortly after dose increase.

How long does Rimine 1.5 Tablet take to work?

Rimine 1.5 Tablet may take as long as 12 weeks to start showing its effect. The effect of the medicine on each individual may differ. The clinical benefits of Rimine 1.5 Tablet should be assessed regularly. If after 12 weeks of treatment the symptoms do not improve, stop the medication and consult your doctor.

How should Rimine 1.5 Tablet be taken?

Forever take the medicine as directed by your doctor. Usually Rimine 1.5 Tablet is prescribed to be taken twice a day, in the morning and evening, with food. Swallow the whole capsule with water; do not open or crush the capsule. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

Is it okay to take antacids while taking Rimine 1.5 Tablet?

Affirmative, antacids can be taken while taking Rimine 1.5 Tablet as they do not interfere with the working of Rimine 1.5 Tablet. Moreover, Rimine 1.5 Tablet may cause increased acid secretion in the stomach in some patients. Your doctor may prescribe an antacid to relieve this acidity.

What will happen if I take more than the recommended doses of Rimine 1.5 Tablet?

Taking more than the recommended doses of Rimine 1.5 Tablet may cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness, tremor, headache, sleepiness, hallucinations and malaise. An overdose may also cause confusion, increased sweating and increase in blood pressure. In case you take an overdose of Rimine 1.5 Tablet or if you experience any such symptoms, seek immediate medical attention.

Does Rimine 1.5 Tablet cause drowsiness?

Affirmative, Rimine 1.5 Tablet can cause drowsiness or sleepiness, especially at the start of treatment or when increasing the dose. If you feel dizzy or sleepy, do not drive, use machines or perform any tasks that require your attention. If dizziness continues and bothers you, consult your doctor.

Can I stop taking Rimine 1.5 Tablet?

You should not stop or change the dose of Rimine 1.5 Tablet without consulting your doctor. However, if treatment is interrupted for more than 3 days, do not continue the medicine without consulting your doctor. The doctor will re-initiate the treatment with a low dose twice a day. The dose can then be increased gradually as was done previously.

Can Rimine 1.5 Tablet cause hallucinations?

Affirmative, Rimine 1.5 Tablet can cause hallucinations. However, hallucinations are reported very rarely with the use of Rimine 1.5 Tablet, which means they occur in very few people. It may usually occur shortly after dose modification. If you do not feel well, consult your doctor.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.



Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H


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