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Hello, all. I have a few questions to ask on behalf of my mother, 54, who was just diagnosed with PD. Her symptoms are mild and hemispheric --pain/stiffness in left hip and leg, tremor and stiffness in left hand. Her doctor has prescribed Selegiline, 5 mg twice a day. Her questions are: She has been told that taking Selegiline may delay the progression of PD. But what possible negative effects could counteract this benefit? The medication makes her feel a little "fuzzy" and down, so she would rather not take it at this point if there are just as many health risks as benefits. Also, Selegiline is an amphetamine. Might some of its positive effects be attributed to this? The drug insert said there were no food/drink restrictions, but the printout from the pharmacy said that there may be adverse affects caused by cheese and red wine consumption. Has anyone any further information on this? Thanks for any and all help on these questions. And any other support/advice/input will be greatly appreciated! --Kathleen [log in to unmask]