Tag: Dementia Treatment

Cognitive improvement in mild to moderate Alzheimer’s dementia after treatment with the acetylcholine precursor choline alfoscerate: a multicenter, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial

This multicenter, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial evaluated the efficacy and tolerability of choline alfoscerate (CA) in treating cognitive impairment in patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease (AD). A total of 261 patients were randomized to receive either CA (400 mg capsules) or placebo, three times daily for 180 days.

Read More »

The role of phytochemicals in the treatment and prevention of dementia

This systematic review explores the potential of various phytochemicals, including physostigmine, huperzine A, galantamine, cannabidiol, resveratrol, and curcumin, in treating and preventing dementia. The review highlights the mechanisms through which these compounds may impact cognitive function, with some like huperzine A showing promise in improving cognitive abilities in Alzheimer’s patients.

Read More »