Ronald F. Vetter wrote: I must report that I have never taken amantadine, but have skin blotches, scaling, roughness, nail troubles, and red points, spots, and areas. I had some of this even before I started taking eldepryl several years ago. Are there others with what might be psoriasis? My Dad has had a diagnosis of psoriasis, far pre-dating his PD diagnosis. His trouble spots are his head (particularly the scalp line above his ears, collar line), and his elbows. Diane McHutchison Long Distance Caregiver for Dad -- 68/6+ Englishtown, NJ