MOA: Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease Flashcards

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Donepezil

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Cholinesterase Inhibitors

Bind reversibly to acetylcholinesterase and inhibit its activity

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Galantamine

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Cholinesterase Inhibitors

Bind reversibly to acetylcholinesterase and inhibit its activity

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Rivastigmine

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Cholinesterase Inhibitors

Bind reversibly to acetylcholinesterase and inhibit its activity

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Memantine

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NMDA Receptor Antagonist

Bind to glutamine receptors on the post-synaptic neuron and prevent binding of glutamine

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