Psychiatr. praxi. 2015;16(3):79-82
Optimising treatment in Alzheimer’s disease
- Psychiatrická nemocnice v Dobřanech
The first step in Alzheimer’s disease treatment is an accurate diagnosis and recognition of all symptoms of the disorder. Management
should start as soon as possible, optimally in the initial stage of the disease. The approach has to be complex, person-centred and
conclude not only the patient but also his family/caregivers. Careful assessment for any comorbidities, their treatment and programming
meaningful activities is necessary. Management of problem behaviors begins with a careful search for triggers and causative factors,
where possible should be non-pharmacological. Cholinesterase inhibitors and memantine are recommended for Alzheimer’s disease
treatment: In the terminal stage of dementia the palliative approach should be considered.
Keywords: Alzheimer’s disease, treatment, cholinesterase inhibitors, memantine
Published: December 1, 2015 Show citation
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