Generic Aricept is used for treating dementia (eg, impairment of memory, judgment, and abstract thinking; changes in personality) in patients with Alzheimer disease.
Generic Artane is used to treat Parkinson's disease. By improving muscle control and reducing stiffness, this medicine allows more normal movements of the body as the disease symptoms are reduced.
Generic Dostinex is used for treating disorders associated with high levels of the hormone prolactin, either due to tumors in the pituitary gland or to unknown causes.
Generic Sinemet Controlled-Release is used for treating symptoms associated with Parkinson disease and parkinsonism-like symptoms caused by other conditions.
'Dining to Make a Difference' benefits Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Association - TCPalm
'Dining to Make a Difference' benefits Alzheimer's and Parkinson's AssociationTCPalmThe benefit was held to support Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Association of Indian River County programs and services that provide caregivers and their loved ones with emotional and physical help and support.
Scientists 'switch off' brain cell death in mice - Chicago Tribune
Medical DailyScientists 'switch off' brain cell death in miceChicago TribuneLONDON (Reuters) - Scientists have figured out how to stop brain cell death in mice with brain disease and say their discovery deepens understanding of the mechanisms of human neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
Meaford Parkinson's Support Group - Owen Sound Sun Times
Meaford Parkinson's Support GroupOwen Sound Sun TimesParkinson's disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder (after Alzheimer's disease) which affects both motor and non-motor functioning.
iPierian Advances Monoclonal Antibody Drug Development Programs Targeting Tau ... - MarketWatch (press release)
iPierian Advances Monoclonal Antibody Drug Development Programs Targeting Tau .
Scientists 'switch off' brain cell death in mice - Reuters
Daily MailScientists 'switch off' brain cell death in miceReutersThe finding, described by one expert as 'a major breakthrough in understanding what kills neurons', points to a common mechanism by which brain diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and CJD damage the nerve cells.
