Anticholinergics impair memory (Benadryl, Tylenol PM, Advil PM, Dimetapp, Dramamine, Unisom)

[MBAnderson]

Improve Memory by AVOIDING These Drugs

youtu.be/16n80OQCVSM?si=qaz...(Not working as expected?)

Memory Loss in Aging? What Doctors Should Check

youtu.be/MpohFGvHZHI?si=-7D...(Not working as expected?)

[Bolt_Upright]

Thanks Marc! Everybody should watch this.

[scotta]

Another type of anticholinergic that has relevance to PD is trihexyphenidyl. This is an old PD medicine that predates levodopa. Many doctors stopped using it due to several studies showing that it is a risk factor for dementia. The modern consensus seems to be that it should not be used for PD symptoms on older people but it may be OK for young onset PD patients. Still, some doctors still prescribe it for older people. I became aware of this recently when my MDS prescribed it for me to take (I'm 68). After researching it online, I stopped taking it.

[MBAnderson in reply to scotta]

Did you explain that/why to your MDS?

[Juliegrace]

Detrol (generic is tolterodene) which is used very commonly for frequent urinating is also an anticholingeric with a known side effect of causing confusion.

[rebtar]

Also be aware that effects are cumulative. The sum of several mild to moderate anti-cholinergics are also a problem. This applies to some antidepressants and sleep meds. I can't seem to make the link work, but look for charts that include mild and moderate ACs.

There's a chart and the website RX Files...type rx files anticholinergics and you'll find it.

[MBAnderson]

youtu.be/k-3BY-naQ0M?si=wTA...(Not working as expected?)