Out and about

Here are some hints about how to manage Parkinson’s disease (PD) medications outside the home.

• If you are leaving the house for a period of time, take extra medication with you – just in case the trip lasts longer than expected, and you need to take more doses.
• Keep your medication record (or a copy of it) with you at all times so that you can refer to it, or a medical person can follow it if required.
• If you need to go into hospital, it is especially important to take a list of your medications. A small change in medication or timing can make a big difference to symptoms, and the hospital staff will need to be aware of your specific needs. If appropriate, and timing is a concern, ask if you are allowed to administer PD medications yourself (self-medicate).
• For tips on travelling on holiday/abroad with medication, see the ‘Travel and leisure’ section.