Delusions and hallucinations in dementia with Lewy bodies: Worsening with memantine

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Ridha, BH
Josephs, KA
Rossor, MN
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[1] UCL Natl Hosp Neurol & Neurosurg, Dementia Res Ctr, London WC1N 3BG, England
[2] Mayo Clin & Mayo Fdn, Dept Neurol, Rochester, MN 55905 USA
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10.1212/01.wnl.0000172351.95783.8e
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R74 [神经病学与精神病学];
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Three patients with probable dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) experienced worsening delusions and visual hallucinations as a result of memantine therapy. Significant resolution occurred once treatment was discontinued. Caution is required when prescribing memantine to patients with possible DLB.
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