I am sharing an article from Harvard Health Blog, while this is only slightly and indirectly related to dementia, I still think it is relevant. First caregivers both family (unpaid) and paid (professional) are under so much stress, that their health or lack thereof becomes an issue. We often resort to or are prescribed many of the medications on this list. I am only saying be cautious and educate yourself on the side effects and warning signs.
Depression or suicidal are potential side effects of many medications and these side effects occur more often than previously believed.
Please clock on the link below to read the full article.
Source: Depression: Common medication side effect? – Harvard Health Blog