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Do Any Of You Have Problem With Loosing Leg Strength When Carbo/Levdopo Wears Off? At Times I Can’t Get Out Of My Bed Or My Chair?

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Gulfport, MS
November 9, 2024
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Oh yes i have dystonia in my legs and after about 3 hours I can feel it it's like someone twisting your legs like cramping but not if that makes sense which it doesn't

November 9, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

That's precisely how I feel Les which also makes no sense at all 😁😁😁

November 10, 2024
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Yes, it's possible to experience issues like losing leg strength when [[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]] wears off. This medication is considered the most effective treatment for motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease, but its effects can diminish over time, leading to "off" periods where symptoms Show Full Answer

Yes, it's possible to experience issues like losing leg strength when [[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]] wears off. This medication is considered the most effective treatment for motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease, but its effects can diminish over time, leading to "off" periods where symptoms return. If you're having trouble getting out of bed or a chair, it's important to discuss this with your doctor to adjust your treatment plan.

November 9, 2024

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