In addition, Dr. Lee mentioned that people with dementia often forget they have eaten meals and may request a second dinner or lunch. To address this, she recommends using a 'distraction task ...

Black box warnings, also known as boxed warnings, are the most stringent warnings the FDA can mandate for prescription drugs, alerting health care providers and patients to serious or life ...

The FDA has ordered manufacturers to label such drugs with a “black box” warning about their risks and a reminder that they are not approved to treat dementia symptoms.