Can I drive while taking Stalevo?

Written by Ana de Barros, PhD | Aug. 21, 2023

Can I drive while taking Stalevo?

Category: Stalevo

Individuals who are taking Stalevo may experience severe drowsiness or sudden episodes of falling asleep while performing daily activities. To avoid any potential risks, it is important that patients starting this treatment refrain from driving or engaging in any potentially hazardous activities until they understand how the medication affects them. If these adverse events occur, it is recommended patients consult with their doctor about potentially discontinuing treatment.

About the Author

Ana de Barros, PhD Ana holds a PhD in immunology from the University of Lisbon and worked as a postdoctoral researcher at Instituto de Medicina Molecular (iMM) in Lisbon, Portugal. Ana was awarded two FCT fellowships and has won the Portuguese Immunology Society Best Paper and Best Poster award in 2009 and 2010, as well as the CESPU International Research Award in 2010. After leaving the lab to pursue a career in science communication, she served as the director of science communication at iMM Lisbon.