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Rivastigmine and Headaches: What Users Say

Brand names: Exelon

Headaches: mentioned by 3 users (7.7%)

Based on user experiences from 39 Rivastigmine reviews, the following table shows the most commonly mentioned side effects.

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irritability 17.9%
confusion 12.8%
anger 10.3%
hallucinations 10.3%
dizziness 7.7%
headaches 7.7%
insomnia 7.7%
nausea 7.7%

Reviews for Rivastigmine

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Commonly mentioned side effects
  • 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."

1 / 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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  • 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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