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Can donepezil & memantine be avoided until symptoms become worse as they may not function later or minimum dose of 5mg each be taken to prevent?

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If Alzheimer's now: These drugs are designed to slow down the progress and maintain function as long as possible. They are best used as soon as possible, as they do not reverse the damage.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/11/2017

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