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Does Exelon Patch Cause Sleepwalking?
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Pronounced: (riv-uh-STIG-meen)
Side Effects
Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, depression, anxiety, or skin irritation at the application site may occur. If you have Parkinson's disease, its symptoms may worsen, especially shaking (tremors). If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
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Sleepwalking And Sleep Terrors
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