cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/26326122
New research suggests that certain antidepressants can accelerate cognitive decline in people with dementia. At the same time, some drugs appear to be less harmful than others, which can help doctors make better treatment decisions, according to the study.
We have a raging family debate about this going on right now. My brother is an expert in this field. My mom is on escitalopram.
Boy that would some family debate. What’s holding her back from switching to others suggested here?
Well, the fact that its a relatively new debate. Also, this is a new article to me. My brother works in the pharmaceutical field as a scientist and medical liaison. He says Trintellex is what she probably needs, seeing as cita/escita are a bad mix with alcohol.
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How long is a string? Mileage varies by person.
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Neuro scientists say any amount of alcohol is bad for the brain. My understanding is that alcohol damages dendrites and synapses in the brain.