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Thc given to dementia late stage pt as off label tx perhaps for controlling nausea. what are its side effects? will it really tx the nausea?

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

REconsider.: Well, it certainly won't help clear thinking. I would strongly advise some other treatment that does not affect brain function so much.

Answered 9/20/2015

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