Delusions and hallucinations in dementia with Lewy bodies: worsening with memantine.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
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.
Medical subject headings
- Hallucinations
- Lewy Body Disease
- Memantine
- Schizophrenia, Paranoid