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Does Anyone Have Symptoms Worsen A Few Hours After Taking Carb/Leva

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Osprey, FL

if I don’t take any medication, I have symptoms show up however, if I take medication, I notice symptoms after a couple of hours. This lasts for about three more hours and then I’m fine.

October 13
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Yes, it is possible for symptoms to worsen a few hours after taking [[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]]. This can be related to the timing of medication and how your body metabolizes it. Some people experience dyskinesia, which can occur when the medication is wearing off or at peak dose times. Factors Show Full Answer

Yes, it is possible for symptoms to worsen a few hours after taking [[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]]. This can be related to the timing of medication and how your body metabolizes it. Some people experience dyskinesia, which can occur when the medication is wearing off or at peak dose times. Factors like fatigue, anxiety, and stress can also affect symptoms. It's important to discuss these patterns with your doctor to adjust your treatment plan accordingly.

October 13

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