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Best antidepresant to take in conjunction to buspar (buspirone) for an alzheimer's patient.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

A # of options: This is best discussed with the patient's provider. If the depression is atypical, wellbutrin (bupropion) is a good choice. For typical depression or anxiety - a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor can be used. If the person needs something more on the sedating side - a medication like Remeron may be considered. There isn't one best medication to use - it depends on how the patient tolerates possible >>.

Answered 9/30/2020

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Dr. Maureen Nash answered

Specializes in Geriatric Psychiatry

Many: There is little data to support one antidepressant over another in alzheimer's . There is one study of citalopram showing it helped agitation. Consider supportive treatments such as reassurance and engaging person in meaningful activities that they enjoy. If one uses a medication that effects serotonin in addition to Buspirone because there can be drug drug interactions.

Answered 2/25/2017

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