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Mesa, AZ

Have you had positive results using amantadine for dyskinesia?

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January 11, 2024 (edited)
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I couldn’t tolerate regular strength amantadine, had terrible side effects but about 8 months ago my neurologist started me on low-dose time release amantadibe, called Gocovry, and it’s helped my dyskinesia dramatically without side effects.

January 12, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes, I have used Amantadine for over a year now for dyskinesia. I definitely believe it has helped me. I do have to take it separately from my carbidopa/levidopa meds though - maybe an hour or two after those meds.

January 12, 2024
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Amantadine, sold under brand names like Symmetrel and Gocovri, is often prescribed to treat dyskinesia in people with Parkinson's disease who are also receiving levodopa-based therapy. It works by increasing the amount of dopamine available in the brain.

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- Forms: Available as capsules or liquid (Symmetrel) and Show Full Answer

Amantadine, sold under brand names like Symmetrel and Gocovri, is often prescribed to treat dyskinesia in people with Parkinson's disease who are also receiving levodopa-based therapy. It works by increasing the amount of dopamine available in the brain.

Key Points:
- Forms: Available as capsules or liquid (Symmetrel) and extended-release capsules (Gocovri).
- Common Side Effects: Hallucinations, dizziness, dry mouth, swelling of legs and feet, constipation, and a drop in blood pressure when standing.
- Serious Side Effects: Suicidal thoughts and congestive heart failure (rare).

Always follow your doctor's instructions when taking amantadine.

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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes

January 14, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

David, there's a little owl in your post, looks hungry, have you fed him ? Oh yes is my answer. Don't use now because I'm on Duodopa pump.

January 12, 2024

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