Alzhiemers Studies Reveal Potential Cause and Relief

Last week, 06th May 14:36

Ibuprofen could reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, suggests a US study group.

Data from almost 250,000 long term users showed those who used the painkiller for more than five years were more than 40% less likely to develop Alzheimer's.

The study in Neurology reported that some other similar painkillers may also have a protective effect.

Dementia experts said the results were interesting but warned against people taking ibuprofen to reduce their risk.

They looked at five years of data in 49,300 people over the age of 55 years who had developed Alzheimer's disease and almost 200,000 controls

It is not the first time an association between non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, and Alzheimer's disease has been reported but results have been conflicting.

The researchers from Boston University School of Medicine said one possible reason for inconsistent reports may be that different NSAIDs have different effects.

They looked at five years of data in 49,300 people over the age of 55 years who had developed Alzheimer's disease and almost 200,000 controls.

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