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Can you tell me how is parkinson's being treated?
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Many meds: Early on, might use dopamine agonists, such as Requip or Mirapex, and perhaps use Azilect (rasagiline) Mainstay is L-DOPA, but later might use entacapone to maintain levels. The Deep Brain Stimulator device often prolongs function if patients deteriorate.
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