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Rivera 4.5mg Capsule 10 capsules in 1 strip

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Rivera 4.5mg Capsule is a product of Zydus Cadila

Composition: Rivastigmine (4.5mg)

Pack of 10 capsule

₹ 84.8

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All Details About Rivera 4.5mg Capsule

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Rivera 4.5mg Capsule

Description:

Rivera 4.5mg Capsule 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 Rivera 4.5mg Capsule. 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 Rivera 4.5mg Capsule. If they are severe or will not go away, you should contact your doctor.

Earlier using Rivera 4.5mg Capsule, 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.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Rivera

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Indigestion
  • Loss of appetite
  • Chubbyigue

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

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rivera 4.5mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rivera 4.5mg Capsule 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rivera 4.5mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Rivera 4.5mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rivera 4.5mg Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Rivera 4.5mg Capsule is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have underlying kidney diseases as close monitoring is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rivera 4.5mg Capsule is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Rivera 4.5mg Capsule is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying liver disease as close monitoring is advised while you are taking this medicine.

FAQs:

Q. How long does Rivera 4.5mg Capsule take to work?

Rivera 4.5mg Capsule may take as long as 12 weeks to begin working. Response to the medicine differs from person to person. The clinical benefits of Rivera 4.5mg Capsule should be assessed regularly. If after 12 weeks of treatment the symptoms do not improve, Rivera 4.5mg Capsule should be stopped.

Q. How should Rivera 4.5mg Capsule be taken?

Forever take the medicine as directed by your doctor. Usually, Rivera 4.5mg Capsule 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.

Q. Is it okay to take antacids while taking Rivera 4.5mg Capsule?

Affirmative, antacids can be taken while taking Rivera 4.5mg Capsule as they do not interfere with the working of Rivera 4.5mg Capsule. Moreover, Rivera 4.5mg Capsule may cause increased acid secretion in the stomach in some patients. Your doctor may prescribe an antacid to relieve this acidity.

Q. What will happen if I take more than the recommended doses of Rivera 4.5mg Capsule?

Taking more than the recommended doses of Rivera 4.5mg Capsule 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 Rivera 4.5mg Capsule, seek immediate medical attention.

Q. Does Rivera 4.5mg Capsule cause drowsiness?

Affirmative, Rivera 4.5mg Capsule 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.

Q. Can I stop taking Rivera 4.5mg Capsule?

You should not stop or change the dose of Rivera 4.5mg Capsule 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.

Q. Can Rivera 4.5mg Capsule cause hallucinations?

Affirmative, Rivera 4.5mg Capsule can cause hallucinations. However, hallucinations are reported very rarely with the use of Rivera 4.5mg Capsule, which means they occur in very few people. It may usually occur shortly after dose increase.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

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

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