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Razadyne (ga-LAN-ta-meen) is used to treat the symptoms of mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. Razadyne will not cure Alzheimer's disease, and it will not stop the disease from getting worse. However, Razadyne can improve thinking ability in some patients with Alzheimer's diseaseIn Alzheimer's disease, many chemical changes take place in the brain. One of the earliest and biggest changes is that there is less of a chemical called acetylcholine (ACh). ACh helps the brain to work properly. Razadyne slows the breakdown of ACh, so it can build up and have a greater effect. However, as Alzheimer's disease gets worse, there will be less and less ACh, so Razadyne may not work as well. Razadyne is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms: Oral Extended-release capsules (U.S.) Oral solution (U.S.) Tablets (U.S.)
Brand names: - Galantamine - Razadyne - Razadyne ER |