Side Effects of Parkinson’s Medicines
Parkinson’s Disease results in many symptoms , some in early stages, which continue to get severe, and some develop as the disease progresses. Though, there is no cure to PD, there are many medications that are prescribed to reduce severity of the symptoms. Taking these medicines are essential to the quality of life of the PwPD as it allows them to carry on with their routine life as long as possible, and give them relief from pain and other disturbing symptoms.
Some of the medicines are known to create some side effects. This post talks about the same related information. We are going to follow the path of medicines that are commonly used by physicians, and accompanying them are narrated their commonly known side-effects.
Levodopa :
This is the most commonly used medication for PD.
In the early days of starting this medication, some PwPD feel nausea, but good news is that - many of them get over this the as body adjusts to the medicine. As Levodopa is absorbed through the gut, constipation or other stomach related problems occur for some.
After taking Levodopa for a long time, some people may have increased involuntary movements, in which case the dosage would have to be adjusted by the physician.
Other known side effects are:
1. Confusion
2. Mood swings
3. Sleepiness, fainting or dizziness
4. Hallucinations and delusions
5. Impulsive and compulsive behaviour
Side effects of levodopa can sometimes be improved by changing your dose, the form of the drug or how often you take it. It may also be combined with other types of drugs.
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(Read in Hindi) Parkinson’s Disease results in many symptoms <link to symptoms article>, some in early stages, which continue to get severe,