Side effects of Parkinson's drugs
This page explains the main side effects of Parkinson's drugs.
What are the side effects of Parkinson's drugs?
Some things you think are symptoms of Parkinson's may actually be side effects of your medication. The most commonly reported side effects are hallucinations and delusions, impulsive behaviours and wearing off.
Side effects of your specific Parkinson's medication
To check what specific side effects your medication can have, read the information leaflet that comes inside the packet.
We've listed some general information about side effects in our information about individual Parkinson's drugs.
Managing your side effects
The best way to manage side effects of your Parkinson's medication is to talk to your Parkinson's nurse or specialist about adjusting your treatment regime.
Reporting side effects through the yellow card scheme
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