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Health officials to examine if drugs used to treat Parkinson's can lead to addiction issues

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A UK health watchdog is investigating warnings that drugs used to treat Parkinson's disease can cause side effects such as gambling and sex addictions. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said it would examine if more steps are needed to ensure patients have enough information when prescribed the drug, used to treat Parkinson's disease.

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Health officials to examine if drugs used to treat Parkinson's can lead to addiction issues

A UK health watchdog is investigating warnings that drugs used to treat Parkinson's disease can cause side effects such as gambling and sex addictions.

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Sky News UK broke the news in United Kingdom on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
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