Very variable: Early on, start with a Dopamine agonist, and perhaps azilect, (rasagiline) but later l-dopa, and perhaps adding Entacapone when needed. As time passes may use several meds together, and perhaps consider deep brain stimulation. Best to seek out movement disorder specialist, and work closely.
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Parkinson's disease: is the result of a deficiency of dopamine in a specific area in the brain. Medications that replace the dopamine, mimic the action of dopamine, or reduce the breakdown of dopamine in the brain are used to treat the symptoms. Medication regimens must be adjusted individually. Deep brain stimulation may be helpful when medications do not adequately control symptoms.
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