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Ismeraldo
Asked July 2017
Has anyone had experience with a nursing home giving Melatonin to Alzheimer's patients?
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talkey
Jul 2017
I take Melatonin regularly. It's helpful for relaxation but doesn't really put me to sleep.
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Jul 2017
My mother has been prescribed melatonin for sleep by the psych docs who consult at her nursing home. It works well.
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Jul 2017
Dear Ismeraldo,
I haven't personally, but I understand this is help the patient sleep better. I hope others can give more insight.
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I haven't personally, but I understand this is help the patient sleep better. I hope others can give more insight.