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Would dbs patients benefit from azilect (rasagiline)?

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Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Too early to tell: Deep Brain Stimulation might sensitize you to Azilect (rasagiline)

Answered 8/4/2014

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Dr. Felix Brizuela answered

Specializes in Neurology

Can supplement: azilect (rasagiline) can be of benefit in someone with a DBS who still has residual symptoms, such as rigidity or tremor. You can use them together.

Answered 1/27/2015

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