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Doctors may use Depakote (valproate) with a Parkinson's patient to help manage symptoms such as tremors, muscle rigidity, and dyskinesias. Depakote is an anticonvulsant that can also have mood-stabilizing effects, which may be beneficial for Parkinson's patients who experience mood disturbances. Additionally, Depakote has been studied for its potential neuroprotective properties, which could be beneficial in slowing the progression of Parkinson's disease.
Sometimes the combination of medications are use to try and control negative behaviors (delusions, hallucination, aggitation) in patients with dementia.
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
Meditation may help to slow the progress of dementia.
Depakote (divalproex sodium) is primarily used to treat epilepsy, bipolar disorder, and migraines, but its use in dementia is not typically recommended. Although it may be prescribed off-label for behavioral symptoms associated with dementia, there are concerns regarding its efficacy and potential side effects, including sedation and cognitive impairment. Therefore, healthcare providers usually consider other treatments with a more favorable risk-benefit profile for managing dementia-related symptoms. Always consult a healthcare professional for personalized medical advice.
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No it is a drug to help people with dementia.
There may be a relationship between meditation and dementia. Several studies have shown that meditation may actually help to slow down the process of dementia.
There are not many treatments available for advanced dementia. Medicines for treating dementia may be of some help to your aunt as well as memory exercises and memory aides.
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I really don't see how....
My Mother has been on Depakote (treating agitation due to dementia) for at least 2-3 years. She was recently taken off of this drug. I was under the impression that she would have to be weaned from this drug, but was told that it was not necessary. So far, so good. I think she has reached a point in the disease that these drugs are no longer necessary. She seems a little more with it and hopefully, not as sleepy. This may also be a reason why she is always so cold, but she is also diabetic.