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Burlington, ON
January 6
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Coop: I've posted most of this elsewhere. To repeat: CREXONT comes in 4 dose strengths, 35/140 mg (yellow), 52.5/210 mg (green), 70/280 mg (purple) and 87.5/350mg (orange) mg. The capsules are a combination of quick and extended release. The trick is to find the correct dosage and interval between doses. The first time I took two 70/280's (purple caps) it was as though a miracle had occurred. My tremors ceased and I was able to take a few steps for the first time in years. The second time I took them my blood pressure dropped to the low 80s, and I passed out. Since then, we've been experimenting with dosages. Right now, I'm on one purple 5 times daily. It's not quite right, so when I see my neurologist next, I'm going to suggest a different dosage. Overall, it's the best C/L I've tried. Cost depends on dosage, Medicare, insurance, etc. Mine (with Medicare) runs $43/month, although first purchased bottle was several times that. Lesser dosages probably cost less.

January 6
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Coop; Might you get an appointment in Buffalo? Or, because it's not approved, does that mean it's banned?

January 6
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Thanks for the info. I asked my neurologist about this drug and in Canada it hasn't been approved yet. I asked her if she could give me a prescription and I'm close to Buffalo, New York I could have it filled there. She said she can only do prescriptions in Ontario CANADA

January 6
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Heard it's very expensive here in the states!! Esther from shakinginmyboots, did a post on it, she just started it and loves it but even she discussed the price tag!!!

January 6
MyParkinsonsTeam

Are you asking about experiences with CREXONT and its availability in Canada?

CREXONT is indeed currently only approved in the United States. It's a newer extended-release formulation of carbidopa-levodopa that was designed to provide more consistent medication levels throughout the day.

Since it's not yet available in Show Full Answer

Are you asking about experiences with CREXONT and its availability in Canada?

CREXONT is indeed currently only approved in the United States. It's a newer extended-release formulation of carbidopa-levodopa that was designed to provide more consistent medication levels throughout the day.

Since it's not yet available in Canada, you would need to work with your healthcare provider to explore alternative options. Canada has other extended-release carbidopa-levodopa formulations that might offer similar benefits.

If you're interested in hearing from others who have experience with CREXONT, you could post your question in the Q&A section where U.S. members might share their experiences. This could help you understand whether it might be worth discussing with your doctor for future consideration.

Your healthcare provider can also advise you on the best available treatment options in Canada that might address similar needs.

January 6

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