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I Have Had PD For Over 20 Years. I Have Tried Levadopa With No Results. Amantadine Seems To Help Alittle. Any Success With Other Drugs?

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December 7
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There are several other medications that may help manage Parkinson's symptoms. Dopamine agonists like pramipexole (Mirapex), rotigotine (Neupro), or ropinirole (Requip) can mimic dopamine's effects. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (e.g., rasagiline or selegiline) can boost dopamine levels. Catechol-O-methyltransferase Show Full Answer

There are several other medications that may help manage Parkinson's symptoms. Dopamine agonists like pramipexole (Mirapex), rotigotine (Neupro), or ropinirole (Requip) can mimic dopamine's effects. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (e.g., rasagiline or selegiline) can boost dopamine levels. Catechol-O-methyltransferase inhibitors (e.g., entacapone) can extend levodopa's effects. Consult your doctor to tailor a treatment plan. More info: url: https://www.MyParkinsonsTeam.com/resources/trea...

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Who Has Been Using Sinemet (carbodopa/levodopa) For More Than Five Years? Dyskinesias? Please Mention Dose And Other Pd Meds.

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