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Rivastigmine Flashcards

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What class of drug is rivastigmine?

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-Reversible cholinesterase inhibitor

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What are the known side effects of rivastigmine?

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Similar to donepezil but more peripheral SEs
-GISEs
-Anxiety, depression
-Tremor, urinary incontinence, asthenia
-AV block

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What is the recommended dose of rivastigmine?

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-3-6mg twice daily
-Used in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s dementia

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