What side effects can this medication cause?
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
pain or burning when you urinate
Continue taking rivastigmine and talk with your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects:
upset stomach or diarrhea
weight loss
weakness or dizziness
swelling in your hands or feet
joint pain
cough, runny or stuffy nose
increased sweating
sleep problems (insomnia)
headache
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Why is this medication prescribed?
Dosage and using this medicine
What special precautions should I follow?
What should I do if I forget a dose?