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griphookk t1_iu7uqf2 wrote
Reply to comment by PooDendalNerveBlock in What does Alzheimer’s actually do to the brain? by uncmfrtbly_rspnsv
Speaking of acetylcholine- anticholinergic drugs (such as tricyclic antidepressants, first-generation antihistamines, and bladder antimuscarinics) are significantly linked to early-onset dementia.
Taking an anticholinergic for the equivalent of three years or more was associated with a 54% higher dementia risk than taking the same dose for three months or less.
And, speaking of antihistamines- Benadryl. It’s criminal that it’s marketed for sleep and as “safe and non habit-forming”. It should NOT be taken regularly such as nightly for sleep, it is NOT safe and it IS habit forming/addictive. It’s so bad for you that in recreational drug communities it’s one of the number one things people tell others to stay away from.
PooDendalNerveBlock t1_iu9fhjz wrote
Thank you for the addition, this is something that should be brought in the spotlight. Appreciated.
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