What Do My Meds Do?

Parkinson’s Medication Explained with Professor Jane Alty from the University of Tasmania. Parkinson’s meds can feel overwhelming. If you don’t know your Entacapone from your elbow, this is the Podcast for you. The professor cuts through the confusion — busting myths and jargon explaining what each medication actually does, and why treatment should always be personal. From first prescription to advanced therapies, this is a must-listen for anyone navigating Parkinson’s. Key Topics: When is the right time to start Parkinson's medication? (and why waiting isn’t always better) Understanding the role of Levodopa and its brand vs. generic versions Why dosing isn’t one size fits all Managing motor fluctuations and dyskinesia with medication adjustments The function and timing of dopamine agonists and side effect considerations ..like risk of gambling Managing OFF time, fluctuations, and dyskinesia Dopamine agonists: benefits, risks, and side effects Pumps, DBS, and other device-assisted therapies Supplements like Macuna and CBD: hype vs evidence Why honest doctor–patient conversations change outcomes Resources including the Parkinson's MOOC for patients and carers Parkinson’s UK Medication https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information/drugs Parkinson’s MOOC (massive open online course) https://mooc.utas.edu.au/course/20392 Parkinson’s Weekly Prof Bas Bloem (talking about Amandatine) https://oruen.com/category/podcasts/parkinson-weekly Megan’s Yogathon for Parkinson’s UK https://www.justgiving.com/page/megan-jones-1764255759495?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL Anders M. Leines ‘This is Parkinson’s’ https://www.detteerparkinson.no/en/media Emma Lawton ‘The Bendy Pencil’ https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/thebendypencil Miracle grandfather battling Parkinson's, 74, survives 60m mountain fall https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/2161180/grandfather-battling-parkinsons-survives-60/amp