Can Medications Help in Vascular Dementia?
Published: Aug 21, 2024
Medications play a role in managing vascular dementia symptoms, but their effectiveness varies. Discover which therapies might help.
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Cholinesterase Inhibitors
These drugs are typically used to treat Alzheimer's but may also help with vascular dementia. They work by boosting neurotransmitters in the brain. Although the benefits for vascular dementia are modest, they may improve cognitive function for some patients.
Memantine Use
Memantine is another drug approved for Alzheimer's that might be used for vascular dementia. It helps protect the brain from damage but isn't widely recommended for vascular dementia due to limited benefits. However, it may be used in patients with severe symptoms.
Investigational Drugs
Research is ongoing into new treatments for vascular dementia. While many drugs have been tested, results are inconclusive. Right now, no new medications are recommended, but future discoveries could offer more options.
Frequently Asked Questions
They are drugs that increase brain neurotransmitters.
It's not widely recommended due to limited benefits.
Research continues, but no new drugs are recommended yet.
No, they manage symptoms but do not cure dementia.
Key Takeaways
Medications can help manage vascular dementia symptoms, but their effectiveness varies.
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References
Kavirajan H, Schneider LS. Efficacy and adverse effects of cholinesterase inhibitors and memantine in vascular dementia: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Lancet Neurol 2007; 6:782.
Orgogozo JM, Rigaud AS, Stöffler A, et al. Efficacy and safety of memantine in patients with mild to moderate vascular dementia: a randomized, placebo-controlled trial (MMM 300). Stroke 2002; 33:1834.
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