Exelon Patch Patient Counseling Information

Instructions for Use and Handling: Information for Patients: IMPORTANT: Only one patch should be worn at a time. You must remove the previous day's Exelon Patch before applying a new one. Do not cut the patch into pieces.
Where to apply Exelon Patch: Before you apply Exelon Patch, make sure that your skin is: clean, dry and hairless; free of any powder, oil, moisturiser, or lotion (that could keep the patch from sticking to your skin properly); free of cuts, rashes and/or irritations.
Every 24 hours, gently remove any existing Exelon patch before putting on a new one. Having multiple patches on your body could expose you to an excessive amount of this medicine which could be potentially dangerous.
Apply ONLY ONE patch per day to ONLY ONE of the following locations: upper arm, left or right side; chest, left or right side; upper back, left or right side; lower back, left or right side.
Avoid places where the patch can be rubbed off by tight clothing.
When changing the patch, you must remove the previous day's patch before you apply your new patch to a different area of skin (for example on the right side of your body one day, then on the left side the next day). However, consecutive patches can be applied to the same general anatomic area (e.g., if the first patch is applied on the right upper arm, the next patch can be applied to left upper arm or to another spot on the right upper arm). Do not apply a new patch to that same skin spot for at least one week.
How to apply Exelon Patch: The patch is a thin, opaque, plastic patch that sticks to the skin. Each patch is sealed in a sachet that protects it until you are ready to put it on. Do not open the sachet or remove a patch until just before you apply it.
Carefully remove the existing patch before putting on a new one. For patients starting treatment for the first time and for patients restarting Exelon after treatment interruption.
Each patch is sealed in its own protective sachet. You should only open the sachet when you are ready to apply the patch.
Tear or cut the sachet at the notch and remove the patch.
A protective liner covers the adhesive side of the patch. Peel off one side of the protective liner and do not touch the sticky part of the patch with the fingers.
Put the sticky side of the patch on the upper or lower back, upper arm or chest and then peel off the second side of the protective liner.
Then press the patch firmly in place for at least 30 seconds using the palm of the hand to make sure that the edges stick well.
If it helps you, you may write (e.g., the day of the week) on the Exelon Patch with a thin ball point pen.
Exelon Patch should be worn continuously until it is time to replace it with a new patch. You may wish to experiment with different locations when applying a new patch, to find ones that are most comfortable for you and where clothing will not rub on the patch.
How to remove Exelon Patch: Gently pull at one edge of the Exelon Patch to remove it completely from the skin.
In case the adhesive residue is left over on your skin, gently soak the area with warm water and mild soap or use baby oil to remove it. Alcohol or other dissolving liquids (nail polish remover or other solvents) should not be used.
How to dispose Exelon Patch: After the patch has been removed, fold it in half with the adhesive sides on the inside and press them together. Return the used patch to its original sachet and discard safely out of the reach and sight of children. Wash your hands with soap and water after removing the patch. In case of contact with eyes or if the eyes become red after handling the patch, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice if symptoms do not resolve.
Can you wear the patch when bathing, swimming, or in the sun: Bathing, swimming, or showering should not affect the patch. When swimming, you can wear the patch under your swimming costume. Make sure the patch does not loosen during these activities.
The patch should not be exposed to any external heat sources (excessive sunlight, saunas, solarium) for long periods of time.
What to do if Exelon Patch falls off: If the patch falls off, a new patch should be applied for the rest of the day, then replace the patch the next day at the same time as usual.