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ZIVAS 3mg Tablet SR 60s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Rivastigmine:3mg
- Manufactured by : English Pharmaceutical Industries
- Drug Strength : 3mg
- Drug Form : Tablet SR
- Pack Size : 60s
- Product SKU : dis_33431
Rivastigmine:3mg | Muscle relaxants and cholinesterase inhibitors
Manufactured / Marketed By : EnglishProduct Form : Tablet SRPack Size : 60sIngredients : Rivastigmine:3mgGeneric Category : Muscle relaxants and cholinesterase inhibitors
How it works
ZIVAS 3mg Tablet SR 60s is in a class of medications called cholinesterase inhibitors. It improves mental function (such as memory and thinking) by increasing the amount of a certain natural substance in the brain.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for ZIVAS 3mg Tablet SR 60s
- Decreased appetite
- Fatigue
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Seizures rare
- Diarrhea
- Weight loss
- Heartburn
- Stomach pain
- Dizziness
- Urinary retention/incontinence
Uses of ZIVAS 3mg Tablet SR 60s
What is it prescribed for?
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Dementia
This medicine is used for the treatment of mild to moderate dementia associated with Parkinson's (a progressive disease of the nervous system that affects the movement) and Alzheimer's disease (a progressive brain disorder characterized by memory loss and difficulty in thinking).
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 10 hours after administration.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the medicine or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to ZIVAS 3mg Tablet SR 60s , other cholinesterase inhibitors, or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the medicine or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.
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Driving and operating machinery
The use of this medicine may cause dizziness, fainting, visual disturbances, and drowsiness in some patients. Hence, it is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery during treatment with this medicine.
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Gastrointestinal bleeding
This medicine should be used with caution due to an increase in the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. This risk is especially higher in patients with a history of gastrointestinal disorders. Report any unusual symptoms such as blood in the stool, heartburn, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Patients with low body weight
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with low body weight (less than 50 kg) due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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Extrapyrimadal symptoms
This medicine may exacerbate or induce extrapyramidal symptoms such as tremors in some patients. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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Hypersensitivity
This medicine may cause serious hypersensitivity reactions of the skin like skin rashes in some patients. In such cases, treatment should be discontinued. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor immediately in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Metoprolol moderate
- Quetiapine moderate
- Tramadol severe
- Bupropion severe
- Citalopram moderate
- Hydroxyzine moderate
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severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with preexisting bradycardia or underlying cardiac conduction abnormalities since it may worsen the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with peptic ulcer disease since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any unusual side effects to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of seizures since it may worsen the patients' condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with respiratory disorders such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, etc. since it may worsen the patient's condition. Close monitoring of respiratory function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
Take this medicine with food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine before completion of the course/without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- To be taken with food
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Causes sleepiness
References
- medlineplus.gov - Rivastigmine [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a602009.html [cited 9/9/2020]. 2020
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