Results for tag: "Rivastigmine"

Rivastigmine is a drug used to treat symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. It is a cholinesterase inhibitor, meaning it works by increasing the amount of a chemical messenger in the brain that helps nerve cells communicate with each other. It is used to treat mild to moderate dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease or Parkinson's disease. It is also used to treat mild to moderate dementia caused by Lewy body dementia. Rivastigmine is available in both capsule and patch form. Rivastigmine is part of the Central Nervous System (CNS) drugs market, which includes drugs used to treat neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy. CNS drugs are used to treat a wide range of conditions, from mild to severe. The CNS drugs market is highly competitive, with many companies offering similar products. Some companies in the Rivastigmine market include Novartis, Pfizer, Mylan, and Teva Pharmaceuticals. Show Less Read more