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Aricept, Donepezil

Oct 12, 2007 | Posted by: roboblogger

Anti-dementia drugs effective over long-term

Full story: HealthCentral

Benefits were seen even in those with advanced disease Although the patient's family may not notice, individuals with Alzheimer's disease maintain a sustained response to anti-dementia medications, investigators reported here this week. via HealthCentral

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Maary Campbell

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Oct 31, 2007
 
MY HUSBAND HAS BEEN ON ARICEPT AND NAMENDA FOR 5 YRS. HE HAS BEEN EATING LITTLE RECENTLY - AND IS RAPIDLY DECLINING IN EVERY WAY. I CONSIDER HIM IN THE FINAL STAGES OF THE DISEASE. IS ARICEPT STILL ADVISABLE.
Oscar

San Juan, Puerto Rico

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Jan 30, 2008
 
maary,

I've read that Aricepts effectiveness declines over time depending on the patient. Have also heard that switching to Exelon Patch, when it does happen, helps improve symptoms.

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