Rivastigmine
[Exelon] Alzheimers and Parkinsons dementia [2].
Tolerable
Donepezil
[Aricept] First-line for all stages of Alzheimers (and Lew-Body, Parkinsons dementia). Possibly OCD, alcohol use, bipolar depression [3].
Memantine
[Namenda] Trichotillomania [1]. First-line for mod-severe Alzheimers (and Lew-Body, Parkinsons dementia). Possibly OCD, alcohol use, bipolar depression [3], autism [2].
Ginseng
Rapid benefits in energy, cognition, and ADHD that also build up over time (without tolerance or withdrawal).
Dawn-Simulator
Improves morning fatigue and depression, particularly in winter. Can pair with lightbox for depression. Ideal for shift workers and night owls.
Lightbox
Very effective and well tolerated for depression regardless of season (also for bipolar, PTSD, bulimia, shift work)
TMS
One of the most effective therapies for TRD. Well tolerated, improves cognition and neuroplasticity.
N-acetylcysteine
[NAC] For low-grade bipolar depression [3], protects kidneys on lithium, trichotillomania [1], cannabis and substance use disorders.
Venlafaxine
[Effexor] Not ideal among the SNRIs (hypertension, WD risks, weight gain), but very effective for some and treats hot flashes in low doses.