RIVASTIGMINE (Rivastigmine) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

RIVASTIGMINE

What is the Trade Name for RIVASTIGMINE?

Rivastigmine

What are the Indications for RIVASTIGMINE?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Rivastigmine transdermal system is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor indicated for treatment of: ‚Ä¢ Mild, moderate, and severe dementia of the Alzheimer‚Äôs type (AD). ( 1.1 ) ‚Ä¢ Mild-to-moderate dementia associated with Parkinson‚Äôs disease (PD). ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Alzheimer‚Äôs Disease Rivastigmine transdermal system is indicated for the treatment of dementia of the Alzheimer‚Äôs type (AD). Efficacy has been demonstrated in patients with mild, moderate, and severe Alzheimer‚Äôs disease. 1.2 Parkinson‚Äôs Disease Dementia Rivastigmine transdermal system is indicated for the treatment of mild-to-moderate dementia associated with Parkinson‚Äôs disease (PDD).

 

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References: https://open.fda.gov/

 

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