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Alzheimer's Disease Medications Fact Sheet Internet URL http://www.alzheimers.org/pubs/medications.htm This document also available in Spanish Sponsoring Agency Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging Description Five prescription drugs currently are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat people who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease (AD). Treating the symptoms of AD can provide patients with comfort, dignity, and independence for a longer period of time and can encourage and assist their caregivers as well. Related Topics Alzheimers Disease Review Date 1/5/2004

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