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Exelon and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Exelon (rivastigmine).

Minor

Nicotine rivastigmine

Minor Drug Interaction

The manufacturer has reported that nicotine use increases the oral clearance of rivastigmine by 23%. The mechanism of this interaction has not been reported. Because the dose of rivastigmine is individually titrated to tolerability, no specific rivastigmine dosage adjustments are recommended.

References

  1. "Product Information. Exelon (rivastigmine)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals PROD (2001):

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Exelon drug interactions

There are 326 drug interactions with Exelon (rivastigmine).

Exelon disease interactions

There are 5 disease interactions with Exelon (rivastigmine) which include:

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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