Alert: 8 Types of Drugs Linked to Increased Dementia Risk

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😴 3. Sleep Medications

 

Used for: Insomnia

What research suggests:
Frequent use of sleep aids has been linked to a higher risk of dementia.

Examples:

  • Diphenhydramine, doxylamine
  • Zolpidem (Ambien)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Trazodone

What to do:
Try non-drug approaches first (sleep hygiene, CBT for insomnia).

💔 4. Certain Antidepressants

Used for: Depression, anxiety, nerve pain

Higher-risk examples (anticholinergic):

  • Amitriptyline
  • Nortriptyline
  • Paroxetine
  • Doxepin

Lower-risk options:

  • Sertraline
  • Citalopram
  • Escitalopram

What to do:
Do not stop abruptly. Discuss alternatives with your doctor.

🫀 5. Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)

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