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Cholinesterase Inhibitors

Cholinesterase inhibitors are used to treat Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, myasthenia gravis, and lice. They work by improving memory, controlling movement, improving muscle strength, and destroying lice and eggs.

Why are cholinesterase inhibitors prescribed?

  1. Alzheimer's Disease (47%)
  2. Dementia (31%)
  3. Parkinson's Disease (12%)
  4. Myasthenia Gravis (9%)
  5. Lice (0%)
  6. Glaucoma (0%)
  7. Anesthesia (0%)
  8. Chemical Poisoning (0%)

Key takeaways

Cholinesterase inhibitors are used to treat conditions such as dementia, myasthenia gravis, and glaucoma. These medications work by blocking the cholinesterase enzyme, which helps increase acetylcholine levels — a chemical that helps nerves communicate, among other functions. Cholinesterase inhibitors come in different forms, including oral pills, patches, and injections. Examples include donepezil (Aricept, Adlarity), rivastigmine (Exelon), and pyridostigmine (Mestinon).

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Aricept (donepezil)

as low as$11
Donepezil (Aricept) is an inexpensive drug used to treat mild to moderate dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease. It is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in generic and brand versions. Generic donepezil is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
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Exelon (rivastigmine)

as low as$21
RIVASTIGMINE treats memory loss and confusion (dementia) in people who have Alzheimer or Parkinson disease. It works by improving attention, memory, and the ability to engage in daily activities.
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Mestinon (pyridostigmine, pyridostigmine ER)

as low as$26
PYRIDOSTIGMINE treats myasthenia gravis, a condition that causes muscles to easily weaken or fatigue. It works by decreasing muscle weakness and loss of movement.
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Bloxiverz (neostigmine methylsulfate)

as low as$4
Neostigmine methylsulfate (bloxiverz) is a moderately priced drug used for the reversal of paralysis agents after surgery. It is less popular than comparable drugs. This drug is available in generic and brand versions.
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galantamine

as low as$28
GALANTAMINE treats memory loss and confusion (dementia) in people who have Alzheimer disease. It works by improving attention, memory, and the ability to engage in daily activities. It is not a cure for dementia or Alzheimer disease.
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Razadyne ER (galantamine ER)

as low as$31
GALANTAMINE treats memory loss and confusion (dementia) in people who have Alzheimer disease. It works by improving attention, memory, and the ability to engage in daily activities. It is not a cure for dementia or Alzheimer disease.
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malathion

as low as$49
MALATHION treats head lice, tiny insects that live in hair. It works by killing the lice and their eggs.
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Adlarity

as low as$438
DONEPEZIL treats memory loss and confusion (dementia) in people who have Alzheimer disease. It works by improving attention, memory, and the ability to engage in daily activities. It is not a cure for dementia or Alzheimer disease.
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Zunveyl

as low as$791
Zunveyl is only available as a brand name drug.
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Phospholine Iodide

as low as$2,744
ECHOTHIOPHATE treats conditions with increased pressure of the eye, such as glaucoma. It works by decreasing the amount of fluid in the eye, which helps lower eye pressure. It may also be used to treat eye crossing caused by farsightedness. It works by helping muscles in the eye adjust focus without rotating inward.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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