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Donepezil
Cholinesterase inhibitor used in high doses for moderate to severe dementia
GI Upset
Most common side effects of cholinesterase inhibitors
Rivastigmine
Cholinesterase inhibitor available as transdermal patch
Memantine
NMDA glutamate receptor antagonist
6-12 months
Length of time in which benefits of dementia treatments are seen.
Melatonin and trazodone
Which medications are recommended for sleep in patients with dementia?
SSRIs
First line treatment for BPSD
Benzodiazepines
Class of medication not recommend, or recommended for infrequent short-term use, in
BPSD
Akathisia
Medication side effect most likely to lead to aggression