Exelon Patch and Levemir FlexPen

• Generic Name: rivastigmine
• Dosage Forms: capsules and oral solution, patch, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Exelon

Exelon (rivastigmine) improves the function of nerve cells in the brain. It works by preventing the breakdown of a chemical that is important for the processes of memory, thinking, and reasoning. People with dementia usually have lower levels of this chemical.

Exelon is used to treat mild to moderate dementia caused by Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease.

Exelon is not a cure for Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease.

The use of Exelon in in patients under 18 years of age is not recommended.

• Generic Name: insulin detemir
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Levemir, Levemir FlexPen, Levemir PenFill, Levemir InnoLet, Levemir FlexTouch

Insulin is a hormone that works by lowering levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood. Levemir FlexPen is a long-acting insulin that starts to work several hours after injection and keeps working evenly for 24 hours.

Levemir FlexPen is used to improve blood sugar control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus.

Levemir FlexPen is used to treat type 2 diabetes in adults.

Levemir FlexPen is also used to treat type 1 diabetes in adults and children who are at least 2 years old.

Levemir FlexPen may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.