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Is Anxiety a Side Effect of Carbidopa-Levodopa?

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Between 5% and 40% of people with Parkinson's disease also experience clinical anxiety, with some symptoms becoming worse during medication 'off' times. A complex interplay exists, and yes, anxiety is a recognized psychiatric side effect of carbidopa-levodopa, which can fluctuate with medication cycles.