My mother has had Parkinson's disease for seven years. Are there any effective medicines? She has shaking in her hands and legs and struggles to stand up from bed.

Parkinson's disease medicines can help reduce shaking and improve movement, but they cannot cure the condition. Your doctor can adjust or combine medications to manage symptoms and may suggest physiotherapy to improve mobility and help her stand more easily.

I have been a Parkinson's patient since 2008 and currently take Syndopa Plus 125 and RoPark 1mg every 3 hours. Recently, I've experienced extreme dyskinesia. What should I do about my dosage or any substitute with less levodopa?

Since you are experiencing severe dyskinesia on Syndopa Plus 125 and RoPark 1mg every 3 hours, it is important not to change your medicines on your own. Dyskinesia often happens with long-term levodopa use. Consult your neurologist, who may adjust the dose, change timing, or add medications that reduce levodopa requirements to control symptoms. Careful management can help reduce involuntary movements while maintaining Parkinson's control.

A patient with Parkinson's disease and glaucoma is exhibiting sudden hypersexual and inappropriate behavior. What could be causing this, and what medication or treatment should be given to manage it?

This sudden change in behavior is likely an impulse control disorder, a known side effect of Parkinson's medications, particularly dopamine agonists. The primary treatment is to gradually reduce or discontinue the offending medication under your neurologist's supervision; do not stop it abruptly. If a medication is required to manage the behavior, low-dose atypical antipsychotics like quetiapine may be considered. However, because of the patient's glaucoma, medications with strong anticholinergic properties must be avoided as they can dangerously increase eye pressure. Please consult both your neurologist and ophthalmologist immediately to safely adjust the treatment plan.

My mother has Parkinson's disease and has been taking Syndopa. After taking a painkiller last night, she experienced severe shivering in her hands and legs this morning. What should I do?

Experiencing severe shivering after a painkiller while on Syndopa could be a drug interaction or side effect. You should contact your doctor immediately for proper advice and avoid taking any new medicines on your own.

I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease three years ago and take Syndopa Plus four times a day. I often feel depressed and anxious. What medicine can help me?

Feeling depressed and anxious is common in Parkinson's disease, even while taking Syndopa Plus. There are medicines and non-drug therapies that can help improve mood and reduce anxiety. You should consult your doctor to find the most suitable treatment for your situation.

My father has been diagnosed with Parkinson's Plus disease and is bedridden with stiffness in all joints. Can you suggest a treatment?

Parkinson's Plus disease is progressive and currently has no cure. Treatment focuses on relieving stiffness, improving comfort, and supporting mobility through medications, physiotherapy, and supportive care. Your doctor can guide the best combination for symptom management.

I am currently taking Syndopa Plus, Tropan 2.5, Ecosprin 75, Atorva 10, Telmikind 40, and Shelcal 500 daily, but I still experience slow leg movement, poor balance, and lack of urine control; do I need to change my medication or adjust the dosage?

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I am currently taking Syndopa Plus, Tropan 2.5, Ecosprin 75, Atorva 10, Telmikind 40, and Shelcal 500 daily, but I still experience slow leg movement, poor balance, and lack of urine control; do I need to change my medication or adjust the dosage?

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