It is important to discuss with your doctor what would happen if you do forget to take your medication so that you are prepared, and understand what action you should take.
If you forget to take your medication you may notice that your symptoms become worse, often known as ‘wearing-off’, as the effects of the medication literally wear off. Symptoms may then either re-emerge or worsen before the next dose of medication is due. This tends to begin to happen over a period of time as Parkinson’s progresses, and when it occurs the control of both motorand non-motorsymptoms fluctuates. This phenomenon is very individual and there is no standard time frame for when this may occur or what symptoms you might experience.
The range of ‘wearing-off’ symptoms is very broad so any changes in your usual pattern should be discussed with your doctor as he/she may be able to adjust your medication regime to help control these symptoms better.
