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Elkins, WV

If you are being treated for Parkinson's disease. How can you maximize the effect of Levodopa? The effect of levodopa can be maximized by increasing its absorption from the digestive system. In particular, taking levodopa on an empty stomach is very important.

Take on an empty stomach: Do not eat anything 1 hour before taking levodopa. Do not eat anything for at least 30 minutes and if possible 1 hour after taking it. Take the pill with 2 glasses of water so that it can dissolve. If taking the… read more

November 26, 2023
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I always take my Levodopa on an empty stomach and usually do not eat for an hour or 2 after. I like water and I drink it a lot. BUT 2 glasses at one time doesn't sound like something I can do.

November 26, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

No Phyllis not 2 glasses at one time 😁 you'd have to be in the circus to do that ! Use 1 glass and refill it.......................... hang on a minute, we are in the circus ! 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

November 27, 2023

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