The medications commonly used to treat Alzheimer's disease include:
Cholinesterase inhibitors: These drugs work by increasing levels of neurotransmitters involved in memory and judgment. Examples include donepezil (Aricept), rivastigmine (Exelon), and galantamine (Razadyne).
Memantine (Namenda): This medication works by regulating glutamate, another neurotransmitter involved in brain function. It's often prescribed in moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease.