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Can you take extra carbadobida if needed?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
June 23, 2025
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I can NOT take more. IIf needed.I am between a rock and a hard spot..If I take more, which my neuro has recommended, because I go MANIC,.mand its a FINE LINE, between that, and not being Ble to take a step. So, thats where my choice is. Yikes. Its getting real old.

June 26, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I add an extra half pill if I need to. An extra whole pill will often cause nausea. I have the blessing of a couple of neurologists to do this. I haven't had issues with low blood pressure.

June 24, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Thank you!

June 23, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

My dosage is 25/100 2 pills 4 times a day.
I can’t take two at a time, it lowers my blood pressure.
I take them an hr and a half apart.
By 10 pm that’s my last pill. I usually take a 50/200
Extended release pill for the night.
I also take one mid morning to get me going.
My doctor prescribed me Amantadine, an add on pill to make the levadopa last longer . But I didn’t respond to it well.
I have yet to get him to prescribe me something else.
Ask your doctor to up your medicine or prescribed you an add on.

June 23, 2025
MyParkinsonsTeam

It's important to only take carbidopa/levodopa as prescribed by your doctor. While these medications are powerful treatments for Parkinson's symptoms, taking extra doses can lead to serious side effects including:

• Confusion
• Lightheadedness
• Low blood pressure
• Hallucinations
• Dyskinesia (involuntary movements) If Show Full Answer

It's important to only take carbidopa/levodopa as prescribed by your doctor. While these medications are powerful treatments for Parkinson's symptoms, taking extra doses can lead to serious side effects including:

• Confusion
• Lightheadedness
• Low blood pressure
• Hallucinations
• Dyskinesia (involuntary movements) If you're experiencing "off" periods where your medication seems less effective, talk to your healthcare provider. They may recommend alternative solutions like:

• Adjusting your medication timing around meals
• Using different delivery methods like Inbrija (inhaled form)
• Adding other medications like COMT inhibitors
• Considering infusion therapy options

Never adjust your medication doses without medical guidance.

June 23, 2025

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