Parkinsonism
Uganda2023

Diagnosis and treatment protocols for Parkinsonism in Uganda

Uganda Clinical Guidelines 2023 · all from source →

General Adult

Treatment

1.

Primary Parkinsonism

Levodopa-carbidopa 10/100 mg, increase to 25/100 mg. Start with 1 tablet every 8 hours (Specialist only).

2.

Drug-Induced Parkinsonism

Benzhexol 2-15 mg daily in divided doses. Start with 1 mg/day and increase gradually.