Alzheimer Disease Therapy Flashcards

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Donepezil (Aricept)

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MOA: Cholinesterase inhibitor; rare: hepatic toxicity, common: diarrhea and abdominal cramps

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Rivastigmine (Exelon)

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MOA: Cholinesterase inhibitor; Gi disturbances during dose adjustment, rare: hepatic toxicity

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Memantine (Namenda)

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MOA: NMDA-receptor antagonist; dizziness, headache, confusion

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Galantamine (Razadyne)

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MOA: Cholinesterase inhibitor; GI side effects, weight loss

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