3 ways I respond to Parkinson’s ‘off periods’

3 ways I respond to Parkinson’s ‘off periods’

One common but frustrating symptom of Parkinson’s disease is what’s known as “off periods.” These happen when medication, such as Sinemet (carbidopa and levodopa), wear off — sometimes suddenly — and other Parkinson’s symptoms that had been under control show up again or get worse. During off periods, you may notice that your tremors worsen, your speech becomes slurred, or your gait may be off-kilter. Off periods can occur when, over time, your …