Popular Alzheimer’s drug raises risk of hospitalization for painful condition
By
Alicia Lasek
Sep 16, 2019
Donepezil, also known as Aricept, appears to double the risk of hospitalization for a painful muscle condition, according to a new study.
Caution needed with cognitive enhancers
By
Elizabeth Newman
Nov 01, 2013
Cognitive enhancers, such as donepezil or rivastigmine, do not improve function in those who have mild cognitive impairment over the long term, new research reveals.
Study: Alzheimer’s drugs should be more widely used
By
McKnight's Staff
Mar 09, 2012
Alzheimer’s medications typically used only in early stages of the disease can be more useful in later, more severe stages of dementia than previously thought, a new study suggests.