True, Ritalin seems to be a dopamine agonist, as are cocaine and meth- amphetamine; but there are numerous other agonists available for PD treatment, such as pergolide (Permax) and bromocryptine (Parlodel) which are a lot safer, so why take the risk? Cheers, Joe J. R. Bruman (818) 789-3694 3527 Cody Road Sherman Oaks CA 91403