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Does dopamine agonists lose effectiveness after taking for several years (7+) for parkinsons? are they still useful after starting levodopa?
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Sometimes, yes.: It is common for Dopamine agonists, like Levodopa or ropinirole, to lose their effectiveness after time. This is called tolerance. If this is occurring, you should follow up with your doctor to assess other treatment options.
Answered 4/9/2021
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