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I am 32 and am writing on behalf of my mother who is 68 and was "officially" diagnosed by a neurologist last Friday with PD (this after going to numerous doctors during the past year or so). Her symptoms include tremors in her hands and feet, difficulty in writing, slow movements (she has difficulty getting her feet to move), and occasional falling. She finds that she is very "top heavy," in that if she leans forward to pick something up, make her bed, or tries to tie her shoes, she will fall. In addition, on downward slopes she has difficulty slowing down (she gets on a roll and keeps on moving). The neurologist she saw prescribed Eldepryl for her. However, her insurance company does not cover it and the pharmacy charges $145 for a 1-month supply. Can anyone tell me why it's not covered? The insurance company said they will cover Senegiline and the only difference is in the type of capsule. My mother is currently taking Zestril for high blood pressure, and Pravacol for her cholesterol. Any advice you can offer regarding the medication, alternatives, and combining PD medications w/Zestril and Pravacol is appreciated. Finally, my parents are moving next week into a home w/a combined bath/shower. Up until now they've been fortunate in that they have a separate bath and walk-in shower (my father is partially paralyzed due to a stroke). They're concerned about how they will get in and out of the tub to take a shower since they both have difficulty lifting their legs into the air (especially my mother). Any suggestions? Thanks for your help in advance. Sincerely, Joye Hunter ([log in to unmask])