Bibliographic Info
GuidelineUpdate of the Mental Health Gap Action Programme (mhGAP) guidelines for mental, neurological and substance use disorders, 2015
Year of Publication2015
Issuing InstitutionWorld Health Organization
Recommendation
Status
Updated
Recommended against
Conditional
Certainty of evidence
Very low
In people with either cognitive impairment or dementia, supplementation with nutrients, or use of Gingko biloba extracts should not be considered to improve cognitive function, to reduce the risk of developing dementia, or to slow the progression of dementia once established. When feasible, dietary deficiencies should be investigated and monitored in those with dementia and appropriate supplementations should be provided.