I also sometimes have a problem with memory. I try to say something and can't always "get out" what I want to say. It is very frustrating. I also get very tired, although I still don't sleep well at night - about 4 hours if I'm lucky! However, I do try to take a nap in the afternoon, as my neurologist suggested! I just turned 59 and was diagnosed almost 9 years ago at the age of 50. I currently take: Sinemet CR 50/200 1 in morning, 1/2 at noon, 1/2 late afternoon Sinemet 10/100 1 in morning Mirapex 1 mg 1 in morning, 1/2 at noon, 1/2 late afternoon I am printing off the info from others and will take it to my neuro next time I go. I frequently take printouts from the list to my neuro for his comments. I find that easier than trying to remember to ask him questions when I get there. I have read articles about Mirapex causing pwp to fall asleep, including some while driving and having caused accidents. I am very careful when driving. I don't make long trips driving like I used to, just basically trips around town, shopping, etc. I have pulled into a parking lot and took a "cat nap" when I felt really tired. Mary Watkins 59/50 -----Original Message----- From: Eldon Green <[log in to unmask]> To: [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]> Date: Thursday, August 26, 1999 6:48 PM Subject: MIRAPEX - "MUSHY" BRAINS >Debby >Interesting the replies so far to my original inquiry about brains turning to >"mush" and people on Mirapex. About getting older I don't doubt that has >something to do with it. I am 71 and was given the good news that I had PD >about 5 - 6 years ago. I honestly can't recall how long I have been on >Mirapex but it has to be around 2 years also. I also take Sinimet CR 25/100 >five times a day and Tasmar 100 three times a day. Great stuff that Tasmar >even though I have to have blood tests every two weeks. >Hope I get more replies. I will take them to my neurologist next trip. >Eldon Green >Tampa Bay, Florida