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Would Exelon Patches Help Cope With Short Term Memory Loss?

I am 72 years old and I have therapy appointments weekly with a clinical neuropsychologist. My therapist and my wife have noticed me having short term memory loss. Would you suggest that I use Exelon patches? If your answer is yes, what strength would you suggest that I start with? Thanks YYYY@YYYY
Mon, 25 Mar 2019
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Hello,

Yes I suggest you to use Exelon patch which will increase acetylcholine in your brain and decrease the symptoms of dementia. Initial dose of 5 to 4.6 mg/24 hours. Gradually increase according to the clinical response, best tolerated dose after minimum 4 weeks treatment is 10 to 9.6 mg. Apply on flat, hairless area of the outer arm/upper back/chest/lower back, press firmly for 30 seconds and be sure it sticks.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Purva Patel
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Would Exelon Patches Help Cope With Short Term Memory Loss?

Hello, Yes I suggest you to use Exelon patch which will increase acetylcholine in your brain and decrease the symptoms of dementia. Initial dose of 5 to 4.6 mg/24 hours. Gradually increase according to the clinical response, best tolerated dose after minimum 4 weeks treatment is 10 to 9.6 mg. Apply on flat, hairless area of the outer arm/upper back/chest/lower back, press firmly for 30 seconds and be sure it sticks. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Purva Patel