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Neurologist discusses Parkinson's, loved ones, and treatment options on Coast Live

Neurologist discusses Parkinson's, loved ones, and treatment options on Coast Live
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HAMPTON ROADS VA. — Parkinson’s disease impacts nearly one million Americans, leading to problems with movement, tremors, and muscle stiffness. But for neurologist and movement disorder specialist Dr. Jill Giordano Farmer, the fight against Parkinson’s isn’t just professional – it’s deeply personal. Her father lives with the disease.

Dr. Farmer joins Coast Live to discuss the daily struggles families face, the powerful bond between caregivers and loved ones, and the approved treatment options that are helping patients with more predictable symptom control.

Learn more at crexont.com.

CREXONT® (carbidopa and levodopa) extended-release capsules is a prescription medication for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease, Parkinson’s disease caused by infection or inflammation of the brain, or Parkinson’s disease-like symptoms that may result from carbon monoxide or manganese poisoning in adults.

To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Amneal Specialty, a division of Amneal Pharmaceuticals, LLC at 1-877-835-5472 or the FDA at 1-800-FDA⁠-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Please read the full Prescribing Information. For more information talk to your healthcare provider.

Paid for by Amneal Pharmaceuticals.

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