Now he is reporting that since taking the meds his dreams have become much "better". I had no idea they were not good to start with , but this seem like a good thing. Has anyone else ever noticed this? I have not noticed any other improvements from taking these meds so this makes me LOL! How long does it take for this to kick in and if so is there any outward sign?
My husband's hallucinations were reduced (not completely eliminated) when he started Aricept. I think his cognition level was improved, too, but that is hard to say because in that disease cognition fluctuates considerably on its own.
I guess that is my wordy way of saying "I don't know. But I don't doubt FIL is right."
When his dreams were not good, did he ever seem to be acting them out? Flailing his arms or legs or appear to be running in bed, etc.? This is maybe not so easy to know if you aren't the bed partner but it would be interesting to see what he remembers about the bad dreams.
You certainly have your hands (and your heart) full with FIL living with you and Dad some distance away, both with dementia!
Hugs to you for all you do!