Ken, When I was diagnosed with Parkinsons my condition was mild. My Neurologist put me on medication - Sinemet - Immediately my symptoms became more pronounced...slower movement, etc. I discontinued the medication, and was able to wait another year before going on medications. Today, I still experience the same reaction when I take my meds, then I begin to improve after about an hour. So from my experience, I would agree with you that the meds can have a negative effect. My Neurologists have no explanation when I describe my experience. Perhaps someone else among the group has an explanation?? Gary ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn