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I'd ask the doctor who is treating her dementia. Some OTC medicines are not good for elderly with dementia. Or ask the pharmacist. Do you know what kind of dementia she has?
That would not be my first choice. Try Melatonin. It's a natural product. You can find it almost in any store. But as with anything added, check with their doctor first. Tylenol is not really good long term. Also Tylenol PM can make them groggy and thus could lead to getting up at night & falling.
"Many over the counter medications have diphenhydramine (Tylenol PM, Advil PM, Benadryl) which can worsen the chemical imbalance common in memory problems and cause significant confusion and a risk of falls. It may also counteract the effects of memory medicines. Ambien is a prescription medication that may also increase confusion and the risk of falls." University of California San Francisco
"In general, it is not recommended to use Tylenol PM in older adults or people with dementia. Tylenol PM contains the antihistamine diphenhydramine (Benedryl is the trade name). This medication causes drowsiness, but it also has other side effects that can be very pronounced in the elderly, including dry mouth, constipation, urine retention, and confusion. In people with dementia, it can worsen their hallucinations. " Caregivers Home Companion
I guess I wouldn't give Tylenol PM to someone who has dementia (or the elderly in general) without a doctor's advice.
If you mom is hallucinating, she has what is called a "change in mental status". It could be something as simple as a UTI, but you need to call her doctor and get advice. Please do it today!
Some people have an exaggerated reaction to diphenhydramine. It's quite common. I fall into this group.
As a late-teen/early adult and now as a healthy 50-ish adult (without dementia!), I get way too "knocked out" by a standard dose of diphenhydramine. I fall asleep almost immediately. Sleep dangerously deeply for too long. Then wake up with a persistent, severe grogginess and "slowness" that lasts almost 48 hours.
Even tho this drug is a common OTC pill that has been around forever, it can wreak havoc. Especially on fragile elders, who already might struggle with brain fog and/or have other drugs in their system.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
"Many over the counter medications have diphenhydramine (Tylenol PM, Advil PM, Benadryl) which can worsen the chemical imbalance common in memory problems and cause significant confusion and a risk of falls. It may also counteract the effects of memory medicines. Ambien is a prescription medication that may also increase confusion and the risk of falls." University of California San Francisco
"In general, it is not recommended to use Tylenol PM in older adults or people with dementia. Tylenol PM contains the antihistamine diphenhydramine (Benedryl is the trade name). This medication causes drowsiness, but it also has other side effects that can be very pronounced in the elderly, including dry mouth, constipation, urine retention, and confusion. In people with dementia, it can worsen their hallucinations. " Caregivers Home Companion
I guess I wouldn't give Tylenol PM to someone who has dementia (or the elderly in general) without a doctor's advice.
As a late-teen/early adult and now as a healthy 50-ish adult (without dementia!), I get way too "knocked out" by a standard dose of diphenhydramine. I fall asleep almost immediately. Sleep dangerously deeply for too long. Then wake up with a persistent, severe grogginess and "slowness" that lasts almost 48 hours.
Even tho this drug is a common OTC pill that has been around forever, it can wreak havoc. Especially on fragile elders, who already might struggle with brain fog and/or have other drugs in their system.
I figured it was not the answer, but was feeling desperate!