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Is anyone using Rytary?

Parkinson's Disease | Last Active: Aug 24 11:08am | Replies (102)

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@oronogo

I’m seeing my local dr this week, to schedule therapy. I have had big hand therapy and I’m setting up more now. I have had trouble with my knees so I have gotten out of the exercising, but slowly getting back into it. I feel walking is the best exercise.
I did call the drug company for help with Rytary cost. They have qualified me for one year and then I will have to re-qualify at the end of that year. I feel the rytary has helped a lot with on time. I still need to work more on balance and walking. I feel my Tremors are much better, but still having some when medicine is due. The doctor started me on three pills four times a day and at that time said I might need four pills four times a day. I have not talked to the PN doctor since I started the medication.
I will try to keep you updated as I continue on the Rytary.

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I so appreciate your update, @oronogo! It's so good to hear that the drug manufacturer has qualified you for help with the cost of the medication. That's really good news.

I'm also glad to hear that you will be starting therapy. Physical therapy and regular exercise are so very helpful when it comes to controlling the symptoms of PD. It can really help to avoid (or at least minimize) many of the disabilities that come with this disorder.

I look forward to hearing how you are progressing. Will you post again and let me know how you are doing?

I have not heard of this medication. I am currently taking Primidone for face.and hand tremors. I am now increasing dosage to 250mg daily at night. Its effects seem to be decreasing so I am slowly increasing the dosage, which my Primary Dr had advised. I wish you luck.