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Parkinson’s Disease – Diagnosis and Treatment

OTC Drugs

In addition to prescribed medications, your doctor would suggest several OTC drugs to treat different symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. These include:

– Painkillers to alleviate nerve or muscle pain

– Thickeners for liquids to deal with difficulty swallowing

– Fiber supplements to relieve constipation

– Calcium or vitamin D supplements to maintain bone health

Keep in mind to discuss with your doctor before taking any OTC herbs, supplements, or medications to avoid interaction with prescribed products. [6]