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Hi doctor i saw a neurologist in may, he suspects parkinson's. i spoke to my gp and she contacted the neurologist and they stated me on sinemet 25/100 half tablet 3 x a day in mid aug. how long does it take for the medicine to take full effect. ?
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Parkinson's/Sinemet: I understand your desire to have improvement in your symptoms. Please make a List of the following changes from starting of Sinemet: • Stiffness of muscles • Expression of face • Tremors • Posture and Balance • Walking • Speed of movements in task • Speech • Writing After that see the Neurologist and discuss change in symptoms and adjustment of dose of Sinemet as needed.
Answered 11/11/2020
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Pace of medications: Sinemet is the "classic" medication for Parkinson's disease and works within a few days if dose is appropriate. Your current dose could be adjusted and titrated if appropriate.
Answered 11/23/2020
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