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Can Amantadine HCL Be Taken For Parkinson's Disease?
Question: Why is my husband taking Amantadine HCL for Parkinsons?
Brief Answer:
It relieves tremor
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.
Amantadine is initially used for viral infections, but also in Parkinson's it has positive effect by reducing tremor and dyskinesia and helps to control movements. It can be used with other medications and effect depends on severity of disease.
Let me know if you've any further queries.
Wish you good health.
Regards
It relieves tremor
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.
Amantadine is initially used for viral infections, but also in Parkinson's it has positive effect by reducing tremor and dyskinesia and helps to control movements. It can be used with other medications and effect depends on severity of disease.
Let me know if you've any further queries.
Wish you good health.
Regards
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Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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