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There are 14 Medications that may be used to treat dementia.
Vitamin E may help prevent dementia (NIH).
Medications that are taken in attempt to prevent Dementia
Medications that may be used to treat Dementia
Baclofen
Baclofen is classified as a gamma-Aminobutyric Acid-ergic Agonist. Baclofen, an ingredient in the more commonly known brands Gablofen, Kemstro and Lioresal, may be used to treat Dementia.
Citalopram
Citalopram is classified as a Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor. Citalopram is more commonly known as the brand Celexa.
coenzyme Q10
Coenzyme Q10 is included in 13 brands sold in the US including Carni Q-Gel Forte, Chew Q and H2Q
donepezil
Donepezil is classified as a Cholinesterase Inhibitor. Donepezil, more commonly known as the brands Aricept and Namzaric, may be used to treat Dementia.
Galantamine
Galantamine is classified as a Cholinesterase Inhibitor. Galantamine is more commonly known as the brand Razadyne.
Perphenazine
Perphenazine is classified as a Phenothiazine. Perphenazine is more commonly known as the brand Etrafon.
Pimozide
Pimozide is classified as a Typical Antipsychotic. Pimozide is more commonly known as the brand Orap.
Prochlorperazine
Prochlorperazine is classified as a Phenothiazine. Prochlorperazine, more commonly known as the brands Compazine and Compro, may be used to treat Dementia.
Risperidone
Risperidone is classified as an Atypical Antipsychotic. Risperidone is more commonly known as the brand Risperdal.
rivastigmine
Rivastigmine is classified as a Cholinesterase Inhibitor. Rivastigmine is more commonly known as the brand Exelon.