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  • Female
  • 23 Years
  • 20/02/2025

I've been told to take Exermet 500 three times a day, but I've been taking it only twice. I came across something that said Exermet might cause dementia. Is that true?

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don't use to much

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Consult a Geriatrician

Answered 04/07/2025

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