Question

1. which pharmacological is used to treat dementia associated with alzheimer’s disease?

○ artane
○ aricept
○ mirapex
○ nimotop

Explanation:

• Artane (Trihexyphenidyl) is mainly used for Parkinson's disease - related symptoms like tremors, not Alzheimer's - related dementia.
• Aricept (Donepezil) is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It works by increasing the levels of acetylcholine in the brain. In Alzheimer's disease, there is a deficiency of acetylcholine, and by inhibiting its breakdown (through cholinesterase inhibition), it can help improve cognitive function in patients with Alzheimer's - related dementia.
• Mirapex (Pramipexole) is used for Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome. It acts as a dopamine agonist.
• Nimotop (Nimodipine) is a calcium - channel blocker used mainly for preventing cerebral vasospasm after sub - arachnoid hemorrhage.

Answer:

Aricept