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Safinamide. Opicapone

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does anyone have any news views or opinions on these drugs ?

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Yes, I've tried them both. Safinamide had no effect on me. Opicapone, on the other hand, helps me reduce the intake of levadopa, but after a few days (10/15) it ceases to have an effect and I have to stop it for a few months. Very annoying

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