Alzheimer's Disease
"In 2000, my mother suffered persistent diarrhea with this medicine, could not get rid of it until the medicine was stopped. My mother-in-law had the same problem this year.  She also had delusions and paranoia, which have been almost eliminated by a medicine she started a month ago, Risperdone.  If you try Risperdone, start with lowest dose, it makes her very sleepy and a side effect is depressed heart rate, can be dangerous. It also stimulates appetite, which was good for Mom, she was losing 1-2 pounds per week but the doctor cautioned against excess weight gain and concerns regarding diabetes.  We&#039;re going to try 100 mg niacin, I&#039;ve read that it can help cognitive function.  Even when they don&#039;t know your name, they know when they are loved.  Show them."