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Why are antipsychotics avoided in Lewy body dementia?

Individuals with Lewy body dementia (LBD) are known to have a severe sensitivity to antipsychotic medications, a condition called neuroleptic sensitivity that affects up to 50% of patients. This extreme sensitivity is the primary reason **why are antipsychotics avoided in Lewy body dementia**.

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Can Seroquel be used for Lewy body dementia? Risks, alternatives, and treatment approaches

According to the Mayo Clinic, elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotic drugs, including Seroquel (quetiapine), have an increased risk of death due to cardiovascular and infectious causes. Therefore, while the question of can Seroquel be used for Lewy body dementia might arise, its use is severely restricted and comes with significant risks. In general, most experts avoid prescribing it unless absolutely necessary, and only in low doses for a short period.

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