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MANAGING EXELON SIDE EFFECTS
"Exelon is an effective medicine, but like other Alzheimer's disease medicines, it may cause some side effects in some people. Side effects may include nausea, loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. These side effects often go away with time as the body gets used to the medicine. Side effects may be managed by starting with a low dose and increasing the dose slowly. Side effects are more likely to happen when: Treatment with Exelon begins The health care provider increases the dose of Exelon These side effects may happen less frequently as the body adjusts to the medicine. Taking Exelon with a full meal may help manage side effects. A full meal is a hearty meal or a big snack. Starting Exelon at the lowest dose and increasing the dose slowly may also help manage side effects. Talk with the health care provider for advice about how best to manage side effects if they occur. Never make changes in dosing on your own..." |