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How, What, Do You Do With Physical Aggression From The Alzheimer's Patient?

A myALZteam Member asked a question 💭
Green Cove Springs, FL

Is there a medication that any one has used for this problem that has been successful in lessen the physical aggression?

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A myALZteam Member

That aggressive behavior has to be so scary for you. Please talk to his doctor for a review of his meds. It’s hard because some meds work better than others and not all the time. I hope… read more

Zyprexa

A myALZteam Member asked a question 💭
St. Louis, MO

My 96 year old mother has been taking zyprexa for 6 years. My mom has had dementia for 8 -9 years. This is the only medicine she takes for dementia. My mom was given this medicine by her primary doctor to help her eat better and to address hallucinations she was having due to her dementia. Recently, we have been told by her nursing facility that she should be weaned off this medicine. My mother is very restless and spends most of her nights walking the halls of her assisted living facility. My… read more

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A myALZteam Member

Thanks so much for your help.