Navigating the Hallucinations and Delusion of Dementia with Dr Erin Foff and Chris Schwilk

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Being Patient spoke with Executive Director of ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Dr. Erin Foff and Chris Schwilk, who lives with Lewy body dementia, about managing the hallucinations and delusions of dementia.

- There are currently no FDA-approved drugs for the hallucinations and delusions related to dementia.
- Pimavanserin, a drug developed by ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, is now under FDA review. If approved, it would be the first and only treatment for symptoms of dementia-related psychosis.
- Subtle symptoms of hallucinations or delusions can be easy to miss.
- Caregivers and patients should discuss with their doctors about potential signs of hallucinations or delusions.

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