Alzheimer's Disease Questions (Page 2)

Does clonazepam cause Alzheimer's?

I was prescribed clonazepam by my psychiatrist (I was sent to her as my primary care doctor wasn't comfortable with prescribing some of the medications I was taking). I broke my back and had three surgeries to try and help the pain (didn't help much). My primary care doctor prescribed... read more

Does Klonopin cause Alzheimer’s?

I have been on Klonopin since 2008, taking 1.5 mg since 2018. It’s the only drug that helps my anxiety. I’m almost 60 yrs old and am experiencing significant cognitive decline- can’t remember names, words, confusion, memory problems, etc. No “professional” can answer... read more

Donepezil - Are there any adverse effects of discontinuing aricept abruptly?

If the medication is stopped, will there be any serious effect if it is done abruptly as opposed to tapering it off?

How long does it typically take for Namenda to work its way completely out of your system after?

... going off it? I haven't been able to find this information anywhere. The doctor took my mother off this drug, which is very good, but we don't know how long it will stay in her system. The drug has made her confusion a hundred times worse. Plus it hass made her argumentative,... read more

Donepezil - Can 10mg be cut in 1/2 if causes more side effects, I have IBS?

What are the current medications for Alzheimer's disease?

Caring for a Senior with Dementia

What is the newest drug for Alzheimer’s?

Aricept side effects - gastro and fainting - what to do?

My Mom has been taking Namenda for a couple of yrs. We tried to add Exelon twice, but had to stop due to gastrointestinal problems. We're now trying 5 mg/day of Aricept and after one week is already experiencing diarrhea. Has anyone come up with a solution short of taking her off the Aricept?... read more

What are side effect of Donepezil?

Have severe diarrhea with 5mg tablet taken at bedtime