Sinemet is not always bad, but if he doesn't need it yet he can tell the dr that he'd rather wait until he needs to take something.

My dad has taken it for many many years now without problems.
He also takes a low dose of Mirapex, and a few other meds for other things.

Some may have compulsive behavior side effects with Mirapex, maybe gambling, shopping, or such, but if aware, family can be on alert for that possibility.


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