Pharmacology of dementia Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Which drug class is used to treat dementia?
A
Anticholinesterases
2
Q
Which 3 drugs are used to treat dementia?
A
Donepezil
Galantamine
Rivastigmine
3
Q
What are the key side effects of anticholinesterase drugs?
A
Nausea + vomiting
4
Q
What is the MOA of drugs used to treat dementia?
A
Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors - increase levels of ACh in the CNS by preventing its breakdown by acetylcholinesterase
