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Re: Sinemet Progression/Dosing
Don't let him CHEW or crush a CR-=-that removes the controlled release
feature. Regular Sinemet can dissolve some under the tongue for faster
results, but liquid Sinemet may be best choice.
>
>We DID try chewing a portion of a CR, but it didn't hit fast enough and when
>it finally did, in conjunction with the next doses - he was so dyskenetic it
>was awful -
>
>The 25-100 crushed with his morning meds has made a huge difference (for the
>most part!) but as we all know - every day is a surprise!!!!
>
>thanks again!
>
>Cari
> daughter of Dempsey-PWP (71/16+)
> & Jo Ann-CGiver
Camilla Flintermann, CG for Peter 81/70/55
Oxford, Ohio
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