Rivastigmine and Headaches: What Users Say

• Dus...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 21, 2017

Rivastigmine for Alzheimer's Disease "I used one month's worth of the 4.6 patches without any problems. I stepped up to the next level (I think 9.5) and immediately had headaches, nausea, and tardive dyskinesia. I went back down to the 4.6 level and now have constant headaches, nausea, and ringing in my ears."

• 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."

• 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."