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A member asked:
Can exelon (rivastigmine) patch be applied anywhere on body?
3 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Yes: The patch can be applied anywhere on the skin, and should be rotated daily so that the underlying skin does not get irritated by the adhesive.
Answered 10/23/2013
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Yes: Put it where it's most convenient!
Answered 1/1/2014
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yes: The patch can be applied anywhere on the skin, but the site should be rotated so that the adhesive does not irritate the skin as much.
Answered 10/23/2013
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No: The manufacturer recommends applying the patch to the upper back, lower back, upper arm or chest. The patch should only be applied to clean, intact, hairless, dry skin that won’t be rubbing up against tight clothing. Do not apply it to skin that is irritated or wounded. It is recommended to rotate application sites to avoid irritation and not to reuse a spot within 14 days.
Answered 10/15/2019
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