Side effects of Carb/Levo 25-100MG (halluc.)
01/29/2008 |
Question:
I wash diagnosed with PD three years ago at the age of 52 (isolated to my right hand only). I was recently prescribed Carb/Levo and the only side effect seems to be hallucinations at night when I awake and see things that I know are not there. I go back to sleep and sometimes start the process all over again. Is this a normal side effect?
Answer:
In Parkinson’s disease, hallucinations more commonly occur between the period of being asleep and awakening. Hallucinations can be a side effect of carbidopa/levodopa. This is a potential side effect of all medications used to treat Parkinson’s disease.
I suggest you discuss this further with your doctor to determine if it is necessary to adjust the dose or just simply the timing of this medication.
For more information:
Go to the Parkinson’s Disease health topic.