My husband has been on Aricept 5 mg. since June 18. I asked the doctor if he could stay on this dose as he seemed to be ok and he said increase at your discretion, if he seems worse, up it to 10 mg. the last few days my husband's actions have changed. Our son and family were over Sunday and my husband was for the most part very quiet and didn't join in. I felt sad and guilty for not paying him more attention but welcoming the joy of the grandchildren being there. Yesterday I don't think he said a complete sentence until well after lunch and seemed better by evening. My husband just came from the bedroom very confused, he thought we were being beaten up by the Japanese and went back to bed. I spent time out in the yard working and crying at the princess I felt. At other times I can cope with things but the alternate with sadness, crying and wondering how much he is suffering, or is it just me, and what to do about it. Sorry for the rambling, just had to put my feelings in writing. Does anyone out there have these same feelings and how do you handle it? Thanks listening. Should I increase aricept to 10 mg at this time. (I feel the doctors answer was, in effect, it probably isn't that crucial what dose, so go with the flow, no disrespect as I do like this doctor)
