Memory and Meds
Medications Can Impair Memory
Johns Hopkins has issued a health alert on medicines and memory loss. >>More
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has a web page on memory loss that lists some medicines that can impair memory.
| "Examples of medications that can interfere with memory include over-the-counter and prescription sleeping pills, over-the-counter antihistamines, anti-anxiety medications, antidepressants, some medications used to treat schizophrenia, and pain medicines used after surgery." |
Sleeping Pills and Memory Loss
Elderly people have more trouble sleeping than younger folks. Some causes include waking to urinate, pain due to arthritis or other inflammations and lack of exercise. Sleeping pills can help, but they have a dark side. They can cause memory loss. >>More
Antihistamines and Memory Loss
The Mayo Clinic lists antihistamines by brand and their side effects on people who take them. In particular the effects on older people can be as follows:
| "Confusion or memory loss, difficult and painful urination, dizziness, drowsiness, dryness of mouth, or convulsions (seizures) may be more likely to occur in the elderly, who are usually more sensitive than younger adults to the effects of this medicine. Also, nightmares or unusual excitement, nervousness, restlessness, or irritability may be more likely to occur in elderly patients. In addition, eye pain may occur, which may be a sign of glaucoma." |
Cholesterol Meds and Memory Loss
Duane Graveline, a family physician, former astronaut, and former US Air Force flight surgeon writes about his experiences with Lipitor and memory loss. >>More
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