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Surprise, AZ

What is Rytary for Parkinson’s And what side effects are there?

November 19, 2022
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Rytary is extended release carbo dopa levadopa. It helps with off times and freezing. It is very expensive, but my insurance is good about covering the cost.

November 19, 2022
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I have been taking a very large dose of rytary for 7 years side effec t is same as carba .dopa levo dopa I have had no problems

November 19, 2022
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I tried Rytary. . It caused my heart rate to increase dramatically (160). Went back to Sinemet..

November 19, 2022
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I said no to my doctor to rytary to expensive

November 24, 2022
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Very expensive rytary very expensive

November 24, 2022