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Sinemet (Carbidopa-Levodopa): Does it help for burning legs at night?

Parkinson's Disease | Last Active: Mar 5, 2021 | Replies (10)
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@missbutterfly2be

I am taking carbidopa-levodopa for Parkinson. Six months ago my neurologist increased the dose to 6 tabs daily. I have severe walking problems and balance control since increasing. Can this be caused by the increase?
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eliz722 | @eliz722 | Jun 30, 2023

I take a lot of Carbdidopa/Levodopa ea day. I take the exteded release 6x/day and the regular caarbidopa/Levodopa 4-6x/day, plus other Parkinson's meds. High doses will make me sway more (increased dyskinesia) which does effect my balance. I don't think the meds have had much other effect on my balance.
No pain issues. Good luck.

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HillRunner | @hillrunner | Jul 3, 2023

I get occasional cramping in my calves or hands in the middle of the night. They might last 10-15 minutes and then dissipate. The cramping is painful. I have been on Carbidopa25/Levodopa100 MG 3 tabs a day for approx. 6 weeks. A more prevailing side effect for me is the sleepiness caused by the med, but when it occurs the cramping is very painful.

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