FDA Warns of Seizure Risk With Some Parkinson's Drugs

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Source: MedPage Today

Original: https://www.medpagetoday.com/neurology/parkinsonsdisease/120421...

Published: Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:40:59 -0400

The FDA has issued a safety notice about an increased risk of seizures with some drugs used to treat Parkinson's disease. The warning applies to products containing carbidopa and levodopa. The agency will require additional measures from the manufacturers of these drugs. The announcement was published by MedPage Today. The risk of seizures is associated with the use of these drugs. Patients should pay attention to possible side effects.