Rivastigmine for Lewy Body Dementia User Reviews

Brand names: Exelon

Rating: 6.7

Rivastigmine has an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from a total of 3 reviews for the off-label treatment of lewy body dementia. 67% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 33% reported a negative experience.

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

"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

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

"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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