Exelon-15
What it is used for
EXELON / PROMETAX is indicated for the treatment of patients with mild, moderate and severe dementia of the Alzheimer’s type.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Transdermal.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Transdermal.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient rivastigmine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Visual appearance
Circular 15 cm2 transdermal drug delivery system, backing layer (beige), bi-layer adhesive matrix and an oversized rectangular overlapping release liner with dimples. Patch backing is printed with “CNFU” and “Exelon Patch 15 (rivastigmine)”
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2020. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.