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What is the best way to deal with long haul flights (New Zealand) if you have Parkinson's, for example, medication and change of time zones?

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Durham. U.K

I am worried about the different times interfering with my dosage. Do I take the medication at British times or the time zone I am in, before meals or at the right time according to Britain? I don't want to feel ill if I can prevent it of course.

February 2, 2019
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

PS: might want to ask nicely for a bottle of water from the crew, for your many RX.

February 7, 2019
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Thanks, good advice.

February 2, 2019
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Thanks, there's part of me scared and part of me excited!

February 8, 2019
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Don't be shy about asking for assistance (wheelchair, etc) and drink lots of water (ask to be seated on the aisle if possible, close to a lavatory). No idea about the RX--might want to ask your MD. Happy travels!

Mary,2/7/2019

February 7, 2019
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I gradually adjust it to new time zone. Am very careful to avoid a fall.

February 2, 2019

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