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Drugs Used in Alzheimer’s Disease: Definition, Classification, Mechanism and Side effects

Definition: Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by cognitive decline, memory loss, and changes in behavior and personality. Drugs used in Alzheimer's disease aim to alleviate symptoms, slow…

DeepakRajput July 12, 2024

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Parasympathomimetics/ cholinergic agonists or muscarinic agonists

Parasympathomimetics, also known as cholinergic agonists or muscarinic agonists, are drugs that mimic the action of the parasympathetic nervous system by stimulating the cholinergic receptors. These receptors are predominantly found…

DeepakRajput March 30, 2024

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Alzheimer’s Disease:

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects cognitive functions, particularly memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia, a condition characterized by…

DeepakRajput January 13, 2024