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Pharmacological Treatments and Issues for Dementia

INTRODUCTION

There is currently no cure for dementia; however, there are medications that help with dementia symptoms.  Health Canada has approved 4 drugs to improve cognition (including memory, orientation, and language) and function (including performance of daily activities) in dementia patients.


View Pharmacological Treatment Issues Resources

Pharmacological Treatment Issues: Printable PDF Handout

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