Real-World Experience with Carbidopa-Levodopa Extended-Release Capsules (Rytary®): Results of a Nationwide Dose Conversion Survey.
Robert A HauserGhazal BanisadrKara VuongDavid FreilichStanley FisherRichard D'SouzaPublished in: Parkinson's disease (2021)
Overall, most survey respondents agreed that a good starting point for CD-LD ER conversion could be doubling the daily LD IR dose and administering it one time less frequently. Moreover, rapid patient follow-up after initial dose conversion to allow for further dose adjustments plays a critical role in achieving success. Gaining experience over time is important for satisfactory conversion.