026 – 4 Medications for Alzheimer’s & Other Dementias: FAQs & Tips

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

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