A Drug Known as Memantine May Slow the Progression of Alzheimer's

question 151

True/False

A drug known as Memantine may slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease by reducing excitotoxicity that results from excessive acetylcholine release.

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Definitions:

Clavicle

A long bone that serves as a strut between the shoulder blade and the sternum or breastbone, also known as the collarbone.

Coronoid Process

A protrusion on the upper end of the ulna, a bone in the forearm, which serves as an attachment point for muscles.

Mental Foramen

An opening in the jaw bone through which blood vessels and nerves pass, usually located near the lower premolars.

Ramus

The term ramus typically refers to a branch or a part of a bone that extends out from the main body of the bone, often creating a connection with other structures.