0
Original response:
Click on the link below. (This referenced the link "Depakote and Alzheimer's disease")
From: Dan
I added another link to an article about Alz and Depakote.
To the original questioner: it is not clear if you are asking "will Depakote, used for something else, have a positive or negative effect on the patient's Alz?" or "is Depakote used as a treatment for Alz?"
It does appear that Depakote is being used as a treatment in some cases. That would imply that it would have a positive effect on the Alz, if it was being used for something else - but obviously the doctor must take drug interactions into account, or over-medication if something else is already being used for the Alz.
As an RN in a long-term facility, I have see Depakote used very successfully in patients with various types of dementia. It is usually used as a mood stabilizer to smooth out the extreme highs and lows (aggression and depression). Don
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
How does Snoezelen therapy help Alzheimer's patients?
Snoezelen therapy has been found to reduce pain in Alzheimer's patients without the need for extra medication.
What is the new shot to help alzheimer's patients regain lost ground?
http://www.technologyreview.com/Biotech/20066/ Check it out
I'm 14 but i think i might have Alzheimer's?
At 14, it is very unlikely that you are experiencing Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's is usually a condition that is found in elderly patients.
What has the author Howard Gruetzner written?
Howard Gruetzner has written: 'Alzheimer's' -- subject(s): Alzheimer Disease, Alzheimer's disease, Caregivers, Family relationships, Handbooks, Patients, Alzheimer-Krankheit, Alzheimer, Maladie d'
How do psychologists help people with alzheimer disease cope with its effects?
Psychologists are helpful to Alzheimer's disease patients and their families. They treat the behavioral and psychological problems associated with the illness as well as helping to cope with the diagnosis itself.
Does depakote help dementia?
no
Does depakote change your ldl levels?
Depakote has been shown to sometimes increase LDL levels. Most patients on Depakote undergo regular blood testing to keep an eye on their liver function and cholesterol levels.
How often does CAA occur in patients with Alzheimer's?
In Alzheimer's disease, CAA is more common than in the general population, and may occur in more than 80% of patients over age 60.
What has the author Prem P Gogia written?
Prem P. Gogia has written: 'Clinical Alzheimer rehabilitation' -- subject(s): Alzheimer Disease, Alzheimer's disease, Patients, Rehabilitation
Why would doctors use depakote with a parkinson's patient?
My father has Parkinson's *2001 Diagnosis* and experiences manic episodes as part of the dementia. Depakote helps with this in certain patients.
How many Alzheimer's patients does it take to screw in a lightbulb?
To get to the other side! ;D
Could taking Depakote long term cause under-active thyroid?
There are reported incidents of abnormal thyroid lab results in patients taking valproate sodium (Depakote). Physicians often do frequent thyroid testing on patients taking valproate sodium.For appropriate diagnosis, treatment and prevention of headache disorders, seek the help of a board certified headache specialist.---------AnswerMost likely. I have been on Depakote and Dilantin for over 30 years. I have no thyroid activity. I have to take a daily supplement.
