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Alzheimer's Disease Medications Fact Sheet

Internet URL

http://www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers/publication/alzheimers-disease-medications-fact-sheet  

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Sponsoring Agency

Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging

Description

Medications called cholinesterase inhibitors are prescribed for mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease. These drugs may help delay or prevent symptoms from becoming worse for a limited time and may help control some behavioral symptoms.

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Review Date

10/14/2010