It sounds like you might be referring to apomorphine (sometimes known by brand names like Apokyn in the U.S. or Movapo in Canada). It's an injectable medication used for advanced Parkinson's disease, particularly during "off" periods when [[treatment:levodopa/carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]] wears off.
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It sounds like you might be referring to apomorphine (sometimes known by brand names like Apokyn in the U.S. or Movapo in Canada). It's an injectable medication used for advanced Parkinson's disease, particularly during "off" periods when [[treatment:levodopa/carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]] wears off.
It's given in two main ways:
- Intermittent injection – A prefilled pen injected under the skin, working within about 15 minutes, used as a rescue medication
- Continuous infusion – A small pump that delivers a steady dose through a port inserted under the skin, usually in the thigh or lower stomach Many people with Parkinson's have shared positive experiences with it. One MyParkinsonsTeam member said they no longer freeze or fall since using an apomorphine pump, calling it easy to use.
It's worth noting that needle anxiety is very common — so if that's a concern, healthcare teams can provide training to make self-injection more manageable.
Talking to a neurologist is the best way to find out if apomorphine could be a good fit for managing symptoms.
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