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A cholinesterase inhibitor - It is used to treat mild to moderate dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease or Parkinson's disease
                



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What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Check with your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not get better or if they get worse.

You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this drug affects you.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
  • allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
  • changes in vision or balance
  • feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
  • increase in frequency of passing urine, or incontinence
  • nervousness, agitation, or increased confusion
  • redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
  • severe diarrhea
  • slow heartbeat, or palpitations
  • stomach pain
  • sweating
  • uncontrollable movements
  • vomiting
  • weight loss

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

  • headache
  • indigestion or heartburn
  • loss of appetite
  • mild diarrhea, especially when starting treatment
  • nausea

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

NOTE:This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

                
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