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Every week we’ll feature a question submitted to our experts by a Premium Member. Question: “What’s one thing everyone seems to forget when it comes to dementia prevention?”Dr. Geen’s Answer:One of the most overlooked and under-used ways to protect brain health is making sure your medications are providing more benefit than harm. Medications are usually started for very good reasons. But over time, side effects can accumulate, and some medications can affect memory, attention, balance, or alertness, especially as our bodies and brains change with age. If you take medications regularly, consider asking your pharmacist or healthcare provider whether any of them could be affecting your thinking, increasing fall risk, or contributing to long-term cognitive risk. Medications that are commonly reviewed with extra caution include: These medications are not “bad” for everyone, and many people benefit from them. The key question is whether they are still the right choice for you, at the right dose, right now. Do not stop or change any medication without the guidance of a healthcare professional. Some medications must be reduced gradually, and stopping suddenly can cause serious withdrawal symptoms or other health risks. You can read out more about medications and brain health in this article. Have a question for our experts?
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