Rivastigmine User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

Brand names: Exelon

Rivastigmine has an average rating of 5.8 out of 10 from a total of 39 reviews on Drugs.com. 46% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 36% reported a negative experience.

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Anonymous
Taken for 1 to 6 months
November 23, 2022

For Alzheimer's Disease "My wife was in the bathtub when the rivastigmine patch floated by. Her personality changed dramatically. The next day, a similar thing happened when she was in the shower. The patch came off, and that was when I put two and two together and realized that the rivastigmine was calming her personality and she could mix in with a group of people, and they didn't know that she was suffering from Alzheimer's disease. I know right away if I forgot to put the patch on or if I forgot. Now, I won't leave home without it. Don Halabisky"

10 / 10

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Tod...
Taken for 2 to 5 years
October 2, 2024

For Lewy Body Dementia "I've been on rivastigmine for over 2 years now. Started at 1.5 mg twice daily and moved up to 3 mg. I will call this a game changer for me. I am currently 60 and have Lewy Body Dementia, which caused cognitive decline/fluctuations, short-term memory issues, and hallucinations. Rivastigmine has improved my quality of life dramatically. I personally have had no side effects, unlike what donepezil did to me... very serious gastric issues."

10 / 10

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Lol...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
July 11, 2021

For Lewy Body Dementia "My doctor in Latin America recommended Rivastigmine Transdermal System, 4.6 mg/24 hours. I had a slight headache on the first day, nothing on the second day. I feel more alert and have a positive disposition. After 2 months of daily use, I have not felt depressed. My daughters say that my mood has changed, that I do not get upset as easily, and seem to have more energy. The cost of the medicine in Latin America was about $30.00 for a three-month supply. In NJ, with insurance, about $195.00. The price difference is difficult to understand."

9 / 10

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Ali...
Taken for less than 1 month
March 23, 2021

For Parkinson's Disease "After 4 days with the patch, mother with advanced Parkinson's was extremely weak and fatigued with insomnia. Dr. suggested stopping for a week, then try half a patch. After 6 days, agitation, irritability, with confusion and paranoia. No more patches and over $246 down the drain. (generic cost)"

1 / 10

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Anonymous
October 9, 2008

Rivastigmine for Alzheimer's Disease "I've only been using this medication (patch) for a month but the positive effects it has had on me are spectacular. It has eased my discomfort and confusion. I have experienced no side effects at all."

9 / 10

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Anonymous
February 21, 2010

Rivastigmine for Alzheimer's Disease "Helped my dad with this patch. He was less agitated, better behaved, and was able to do more for himself."

9 / 10

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cof...
Taken for 6 months to 1 year
December 24, 2015

Rivastigmine for Alzheimer's Disease "This med does nothing but empty my wallet and make me nuts. You are really crazy if you take it. It does nothing except screw with your mind."

2 / 10

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Sue...
Taken for less than 1 month
March 31, 2019

For Lewy Body Dementia "I have been taking 1.5 mg rivastigmine for five days. I feel numb all over, headache, no appetite, and hard to function."

1 / 10

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Hey...
Taken for less than 1 month
May 13, 2016

For Alzheimer's Disease "Took 3 mg before bed. Woke up wet from sweat, extremely weak, and with severe stomach pain."

1 / 10

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Anonymous
November 21, 2008

Rivastigmine for Alzheimer's Disease "My mum had quite a few side effects."

2 / 10

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ali...
September 17, 2009

For Alzheimer's Disease "Besides nausea, this has improved my mother's life 500 percent. Overall improvement, wonderful."

8 / 10

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193...
September 19, 2016

For Alzheimer's Disease "The patches don't stay on very well. Have no problem with the patch made by Sandoz. For the price paid, you would expect more sticking power."

6 / 10

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Ray...
Taken for 6 months to 1 year
August 12, 2022

For Alzheimer's Disease "13.5 mg/24 hours patch over a period of 10 months has improved my concentration and my memory. I estimate my improvement to be 30%. I cannot tolerate the pill. I'm 78 years old, very active."

7 / 10

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Dav...
Taken for 6 months to 1 year
July 30, 2021

For Alzheimer's Disease "Some patches stick and some fall off. I hold the patch on with a Band-Aid. Works! I have a red spot, the size of the patch, on my chest after removing the patch. It clears up after a week."

8 / 10

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