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Old 04-18-2014, 08:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Muireann View Post
Without even saying what drug would be delivered it seems to imply the problem of side effects is obliterated. This isn't necessarily so.
assume it would have to be an agonist, i don't think l-dopa penetrates the skin very well.

i think these monitoring systems being designed are for people who can't remember to take their meds or can't take them orally, i'm sure it would be very useful in understaffed nursing homes or elderly with dementia? doubt it would help anyone who currently is managing their symptoms well taking meds 3 times a day.
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