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A member asked:
Are there any medications that can help with mental acuity and concentration in concussion recovery?
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Brain power: I have found very useful resting, with adequate sleep time. Some patients benefit from cholinesterase inhibitors like Aricept or exelon (rivastigmine).
Answered 6/24/2014
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Amantadine: There is a growing literature concerning the use of Amantadine to treat the post concussion acquired attention deficit disorder. In the past doctors have tried using stimulant medication like Ritalin (methylphenidate) and adderall. Speak to a neurologist who specializes in treating patients who have experienced concussion.
Answered 4/3/2015
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