List of Treatments for Alzheimer's

Abilify (Aripiprazole)

Overview
Abilify is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of schizophrenia and manic symptoms of bipolar disorder. Abilify is also known by its drug name, Aripiprazole.… read more

Ambien (Zolpidem)

Overview
Ambien is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the short-term treatment of insomnia in people who have trouble falling asleep. Ambien is also known by its drug name,… read more

Aricept (Donepezil)

Overview
Aricept is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat mild, moderate, and severe Alzheimer’s disease. Aricept is also referred to by its drug name, Donepezil. Aricept is… read more

Ativan (Lorazepam)

Overview

Ativan is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat anxiety. Ativan is also known by its drug name, Lorazepam. Ativan is sometimes prescribed to treat sleep problems and… read more

Celexa (Citalopram)

Overview
Celexa is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat depression. Celexa is also known by its drug name, Citalopram. Celexa is sometimes prescribed to treat low mood and… read more

Clinical Trials

Overview
Depending on several factors, you may be eligible to participate in clinical trials studying new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease. Eligibility may be based on specifics of your condition, such as the stage of… read more

Clozaril (Clozapine)

Overview
Clozaril is a prescription drug first approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treatment-resistant schizophrenia. Clozaril is also known by its drug name, Clozapine. Clozaril is sometimes… read more

Dietary Supplements

Overview
Dietary supplements are very popular. While some dietary supplements have shown slight promise at improving Alzheimer’s symptoms, no supplement can cure Alzheimer’s or permanently stop its progression.

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Exelon (Rivastigmine)

Overview
Exelon is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat mild to moderate dementia associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Exelon is also referred to by its drug name,… read more

Exercise

Overview
Exercise can help everyone stay healthy and feel their best. For people with Alzheimer’s disease, regular exercise can slow the rate of functional decline, improve sleep, mood, appetite, and self-esteem, and… read more

Geodon (Ziprasidone)

Overview
Geodon is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Geodon is also known by its drug name, Ziprasidone. Geodon is sometimes… read more

Haldol (Haloperidol)

Overview
Haldol is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of schizophrenia and Tourette’s Disorder. Haldol is also known by its drug name, Haloperidol. Haldol is… read more