What are the possible side effects of rivastigmine (Exelon)?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using rivastigmine and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects: • stomach pain, nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite; • black, bloody, or tarry stools; • coughing up blood or vomit that looks like blood or coffee grounds; • feeling light-headed, fainting; • chest pain; • confusion, agitation, extreme fear; or • pain or burning when you urinate. Less serious side effects may include: • upset stomach, diarrhea; • weight loss; • weakness, dizziness; • swelling in your hands or feet; • joint pain; • cough, runny or stuffy nose; • increased sweating; • sleep problems (insomnia); or • headache. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. What is the most importan
