Memantine (Namenda)is a novel drug used for Alzheimer's dementia;its action reduces the level of which excitatory neurotransmitter?

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Memantine works by blocking the NMDA receptor, which is a receptor for the excitatory neurotransmitter glutamate. By blocking this receptor, the level of glutamate is reduced, which can improve cognitive function in patients with Alzheimer's dementia.

Memantine (Namenda)is a Novel Drug Used for Alzheimer's Dementia;its Action