Friday, April 13, 2007

Antibiotics and Sinemet

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Anonymous
Posted: Fri Apr 13, 2007 7:15 am Post subject: Antibiotics and Sinemet

Dear Doctor: Do any of the antibiotics interfere with Sinemet absorption? Thanks very much.
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Dr. OkunJoined: 19 Jan 2007Posts: 251Location: University of Florida
Posted: Fri Apr 13, 2007 7:46 am Post subject:

Yes, many of the antibiotics can change the levels of sinemet and other PD medications. In times of infection, the infection itself may also cause PD symptoms to worsen. It is important to be aware of these potential changes while on antibiotics, to take it easy, to protect against falling, and to call your neurologist if you are worsened._________________Michael S. Okun, M.D.
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