APOMORPHINE for PARKINSONS

I have coped with Parkinsons for over 20 years, but now the current regime of drugs are beginning to lose their effectiveness.

I have been offered APOMORPHINE injections.

I know nothing about this treatment but have agreed to go in to the hospital nearby to be trained in procedures.

Any advice or knowledge chums?



I am still only 68 & do not relish another 20 years of struggling with this disease

Re: APOMORPHINE for PARKINSONS

Not sure what to say, Apomorphine stimulates dopamine receptors which seem to be related to Parkinsons. Bear in mind I finished all that and my PhD back in 1980. There is a film called `Awakenings`

As I said my knowledge is from a long time ago. Good luck

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I am same age as you and really do not know what to say, apart from try to stay positive

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Forget to add that film was about using l dopa-the brain is so complicated. One year its dopamine then the rage now is serotonin.

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Hello Robert what does nurse Gillian say...

In your position I would do as much research as possible into the medication then make my decision .
Sorry I can't be of more help to you..

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Yes do some home work. I just did and nothing much seems to have changed since the 70s. Learned papers about dopamine and the caudate nucleus. Progress in treatment? Sorry to say not much. It`s shameful.

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I know absolutely nothing about these drugs RJ, I hope someone comes along to tell you, all I can say is that I sincerely hope they suit your complaint and work for you to your best advantage, good luck with it old mate.

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God bless you every one!

I am more positive today folks

one day at a time is the only way