78 YEARS OLD MOTHER WAKES UP EARLY VERY AGITATED , SCREAMING OF STEALING HER MONEY OR THINGS, TRIED TO SPEAKE TO HER AND CALM HER DOWN , DID NOT WORK. ANY MED CAN CALM HER DOWN AND WHAT IS THE DOSE, SHE HAD HIP REPLACEMENT 3 MONTHS AGO , EASILY MOVING AROUND NOW, NOT LIKE BEFORE. PHYSICALY SHE IS IN A GOOD CONDITION , MENTALLY NOT AT ALL.
Seroquel is not a drug one would use lightly, but when it is needed it can be a godsend. My husband (age 86, dementia) has been on 100 mg per day for about 9 years.
If it is still not working at a higher dose, then the doctor may want to try a different drug. Each brain is unique and one-size simply doesn't fit all! If it seems like trial-and-error that is just the nature of treating the brain -- it doesn't mean the doctor is incompetent.
Also continue to attempt calming her down by gently talking to her. Don't argue, though. Don't tell her she is wrong and no one is stealing her money, etc. Just reassure her that she is safe and you will take care of her. This will not take the place of a drug, but it can be a helpful supplement.