Dealing With Difficult Situations

One of the real struggles that you may face is coping with the many symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. Just managing your loved one's care from day to day may be hard. There may also be times when your loved one does things that don’t seem to make sense. Or, they may behave in ways that upset you. This can be hard for a caregiver. When this happens, don't forget that your loved one is not acting this way on purpose.

There are treatments that may help. One such treatment is Aricept. Aricept is the only treatment proven effective for all stages of Alzheimer's—mild, moderate, and severe. Studies showed Aricept treats Alzheimer's symptoms, slowing the loss of overall function and improving cognition. Ask your doctor if Aricept is right for your loved one. You can learn more with Aricept’s free guide. Sign up for your copy.

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Our free Aricept Caregiver’s Guide to Alzheimer’s was compiled by experienced caregivers and includes:

Information about memory loss and Alzheimer’s
The benefits of treating all stages of Alzheimer’s with prescription Aricept
Caregiver resources and support
Questions to ask your doctor

For you, what is the most challenging part of coping with Alzheimer’s?

Emotional issues Logistical issues (treatment, driving, doctor’s visits, day-to-day tasks)

Important Safety Information

ARICEPT^® (donepezil HCL tablets) is indicated for the treatment of mild, moderate, and severe dementia of the Alzheimer's type.

ARICEPT is well tolerated but may not be for everyone. People at risk for stomach ulcers or who take certain other medicines should tell their doctors because serious stomach problems, such as bleeding, may get worse. Some people who take ARICEPT may experience fainting. Some people may have nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bruising, or not sleep well. Some people may have muscle cramps or loss of appetite or may feel tired. In studies these were usually mild and temporary. For full prescribing information, please visit Prescribing Information.

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