026 4 Drugs for Alzheimer's & Other Dementias: FAQs & Tips

November 24, 2016 • 00:37:45
026 4 Drugs for Alzheimer's & Other Dementias: FAQs & Tips
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026 4 Drugs for Alzheimer's & Other Dementias: FAQs & Tips

Nov 24 2016 | 00:37:45

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Show Notes

In This Episode:

Only four medications are FDA-approved for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Dr. K explains how they work and addresses frequently asked questions. She covers:

  • The two different categories of medication that are FDA-approved, and how they work to help people with dementia
  • The different stages of dementia, and how this relates to the FDA-approval of these drugs
  • How well these drugs work, and what families can expect
  • Common side-effects of these medications
  • Whether these medications work for mild cognitive impairment
  • When to consider stopping these medications
  • Which vitamins might also help treat Alzheimer’s disease
  • Practical tips for people considering these medications or already taking them

Related article: 

4 Medications to Treat Alzheimer's & Other Dementias: How They Work & FAQs

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