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What Has Helped Anyone With Dyskinesia?

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Greenville, VA

I had a free 30 day trial of Gocovri. It Worked really well. Unfortunately my insurance company will not cover it. What has worked for any of you?

January 30, 2023
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I give my spouse liquid THC ( it’s legal n CA), 1/4 teaspoon. Within 20 minutes the dsykinesia is either gone or greatly improved. Each person is different, but it does work for him. 😊

January 30, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Ask your doctor to write letter to insurance company why need the med. some states also offer financial assistance. Connecticut is one.

October 29
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Here are some strategies that have helped individuals manage dyskinesia:

- Medication Adjustments: Adjusting the dose or frequency of levodopa can help. Some people have found relief by reducing the amount of levodopa in each dose or taking smaller, more frequent doses
- Adjunct Medications: Adding medications like Show Full Answer

Here are some strategies that have helped individuals manage dyskinesia:

- Medication Adjustments: Adjusting the dose or frequency of levodopa can help. Some people have found relief by reducing the amount of levodopa in each dose or taking smaller, more frequent doses.
- Adjunct Medications: Adding medications like amantadine (Gocovri) can directly treat dyskinesias.
- Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery: This is an option for some, though not a first-line treatment.
- Infusions of [[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]] (Duopa): This can be considered for managing dyskinesias.
- Tracking Symptoms: Logging the time and frequency of dyskinesia episodes can help in adjusting treatment plans.
- Physical Activity: Exercise can help manage dyskinesia and maintain strength.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the resources provided by MyParkinsonsTeam.

July 23
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I’m guessing THC is different from CBD?

January 31, 2023

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