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Rytary/ carvadopa/levadopa

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
Kearney, NE

Does anyone else take rytary and carvadopa/levadopa at the same time. I was in the ER because the medication reaction and they said it was because I was taking these 2 meds together. Just wondered if anyone else is on that combination?

January 2, 2023
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Members discussed whether Rytary and carbidopa/levodopa should be taken together, with many pointing out that Rytary is actually a... Read more

Members discussed whether Rytary and carbidopa/levodopa should be taken together, with many pointing out that Rytary is actually a time-release form of carbidopa/levodopa, meaning combining them can result in a double dose. Several members shared personal experiences, including dizziness, extreme anxiety, nausea, dyskinesia, and feeling drugged, while others reported no issues when doses were carefully spaced throughout the day. A recurring theme was the importance of working closely with a trusted neurologist to find the right dosing schedule, as Parkinson's affects everyone differently.

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I stopped the medication in August of 2022 and switched to CBD gummies. My Neurologist is fine with the decision as the medications and I just didn't like each other. I'm still fairly active and the medications just made me feel out of sorts. Definitely something to keep in mind.
Your body, your choice ☺
Take care always

January 6, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Hi, I would just like to add that med s like Inbrija are taken with CD/LD. It's an extra dose to get you thru a wear-off. Also, I take 2 versions of CD/LD. I use the CR form and the IR form. My dopamine leaves apparently are fluctuating. Remember, Parkinson's can be as different as a fingerprint from person to person.

January 17, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I take over 2000 mg of rytary every day for over ten years now NO ER VISITS

January 21, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Hi JillCook, Rytary is Carvadopa/Levadopa. Does your Nerologist know the drugs he is prescribing. Prescribing rwo differentn Carvadopa/Levadopa is unbelievable not to mention totally wrong. I would find another Nerologist, if you want to stay out of the ER

January 16, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I take them at the same time without any problem . I think that ER IS FULL of it

January 14, 2023

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