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Contraindicated Medicines

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Dual Use of Bladder Anticholinergics and Cholinesterase Inhibitors

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Objectives: To determine the cognitive and functional consequences of dual use of cholinesterase inhibitors (ChIs) and the bladder anticholinergics oxybutynin or tolterodine. Design: Prospective coho READ MORE
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/578206
Some drugs (including over-the-counter medicines) should not be taken by Alzheimer's patients -- they may make the symptoms worse, or interact with Alzheimer's drugs. They include anticholinergics, long-lasting benzodiazepines, and medicines containing diphenhydramine.
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