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Has anyone heard of Vyalev? It’s a new option That regulates your meds thru a pump.My neurologist thinks I am a good candidate.

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Windsor Ontarioo
February 17, 2025
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Members shared personal updates about starting the Vyalev pump for Parkinson's medication regulation, with one member reporting strong early... Read more

Members shared personal updates about starting the Vyalev pump for Parkinson's medication regulation, with one member reporting strong early results before having to pause due to a thrush infection caused by prior antibiotics and steroids. The thread offered warm encouragement as members followed each other's progress, with the member who developed thrush noting the infection was unrelated to the pump itself and that they restarted it after recovering. A recurring theme was community support during challenging times, including a major home move and dental issues, with members cheering each other on through it all.

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Getting my pump on Wed. Will have it going Mar 6 with my neurologist and a follow up again Mar 13.

February 17, 2025
MyParkinsonsTeam

Vyalev is a treatment for advanced Parkinson's disease, designed to manage motor fluctuations. It uses a pump for continuous subcutaneous infusion, providing steady medication levels throughout the day. It combines foscarbidopa and foslevodopa to increase dopamine levels, improving motor function. If your neurologist Show Full Answer

Vyalev is a treatment for advanced Parkinson's disease, designed to manage motor fluctuations. It uses a pump for continuous subcutaneous infusion, providing steady medication levels throughout the day. It combines foscarbidopa and foslevodopa to increase dopamine levels, improving motor function. If your neurologist recommends it, ensure you discuss potential side effects and proper usage. For more details, visit: [Vyalev Information](https://www.MyParkinsonsTeam.com/treatments/vyalev).

February 17, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I will be interested to hear how you progress Good luck

February 18, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Good luck. Let me know how it goes.

February 18, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

@A MyParkinsonsTeam Member. Thrush is awful. I am very sorry for you. Hope your moving on.

April 4, 2025

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