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My husband has Alzheimer's. We've been coping well (enough) for the past 8 years. He's always been funny, sweet and loving. It could be worse. Now it is. Ugh.
To combat my husband's severe spinal stenosis pain (can barely walk) he's tried nearly everything short of opioids. New pill: Lyrica. I thought it was a miracle drug until my lovely man changed. Yesterday, he was adamant that he was on a congressional committee that met three times a week to fix the world's problems. Wha???
This morning, my husband got lost on the way to the bathroom. No accident, thank heavens, but a flare of anger when I tried to help him find the way.
Oh no.
Can anyone advise me about Lyrica? Are these side effects temporary? Should I take him off asap? As my husband's sole caregiver, is his pain relief my most important priority? Should I learn to live with this testy person if his personality change means he can walk with more ease?
Help!
Happy 4th, btw. hahaha

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You need to talk to his doctor. He might have a UTI that is causing these new symptoms. In any event, you can't stop Lyrica suddenly.

I'm so sorry you are both going through this!
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Please talk to his doctor about this, rather than attempting to research it yourself. Quite apart from anything else, I expect the doctor will want to rule out other possible causes of the sudden change in your husband's behaviour; but even if the new drug is responsible there may be adjustments to be made rather than an all or nothing approach. Don't despair!

And enjoy your Fourth of July come what may :) Hugs.
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