Best of 4 Alzheimer’s Drugs
May 10, 2023
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See safety and effectiveness rankings for four Alzheimer’s drugs. Ranked on concentration, memory, alertness and mood, learn what the researchers found.
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Lithium May Halt Progression of Alzheimer’s Disease
March 29, 2023
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A study at McGill University shows that lithium given in micro doses may be capable of both halting signs of advanced Alzheimer’s pathology and recovering lost cognitive abilities.
Prevent Falls in Parkinson’s with Rivastigmine for Dementia
February 22, 2023
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People with Parkinson’s were given the oral drug rivastigmine (brand name Exelon®). They were 45% less likely to fall and were considerably steadier when walking. Learn more about this dementia drug and fall prevention.
Best Time to Stop Medicine for Dementia
December 18, 2022
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MEDICATION VIDEO: How do you know when Alzheimer’s meds ought to be stopped? Explore the benefits of these medications, such as improved cognition, memory, behavior,
Dementia Medications – Advanced Seminar
October 21, 2022
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EXCELLENT VIDEO: COMPREHENSIVE, CLEAR, UP-TO-DATE Everything you ever wanted to know about medications & supplements for Alzheimer’s and related dementias.
FDA Slams 58 Dangerous Alzheimer’s Supplements
October 3, 2022
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FDA CommissionerScott Gottlieb NEWS VIDEO + ARTICLE: 17 Alzheimer’s supplement manufacturers received FDA warnings about 58 illegal below-standard products.
Felodipine, FDA-Approved for Blood Pressure, Shows Promise in Dementia
September 28, 2022
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OFF-LABEL: An approved prescription drug for high blood pressure is showing promise against Parkinson’s, Huntington’s and other forms of dementia, in experimental studies in the
Alzheimer’s Blocked by Diabetic Drugs Like Metformin
August 29, 2022
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HELPFUL MEDICATIONS:
Diabetes can increase Alzheimer’s risk. Learn how drug treatments for diabetes bring that risk back down.
Pharmacists Uniquely Positioned to Assist with Dementia Medications
August 11, 2022
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HELP FROM THE PHARMACY: Study reveals patients need help managing drugs Community pharmacists could be used more to support patients and carers Assisting carers reduces
Aspirin May be Good for Alzheimer’s
June 29, 2022
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MEDICATIONS VIDEO + ARTICLE: Aspirin cleared some Alzheimer’s plaque in the lab. Plaque is the best-known culprit behind Alzheimer’s. Learn about this potential new role
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