NMIC Bulletin Vol. 25 No. 1 Update on the management of dementia
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7 January, 2019
Update on the management of dementia
The prevalence of dementia is increasing
Timely diagnosis allows for optimal management of dementia and enables the patient and carer to plan for the future and access the appropriate support organisations
Individual dose titration of cholinesterase inhibitors is recommended; adverse effects may be reduced by increasing the dose slowly
Antipsychotics for behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia should only be prescribed if non-pharmacological approaches have failed and antipsychotics are considered absolutely necessary
