Helping People Move Better Every Day
What Is Parkinson’s Disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a sickness that affects the brain. It makes it hard for people to control their movements. They might shake, feel stiff, or move slowly. As time goes on, these problems can get worse.
What Is Vyalev?
Vyalev is a new medicine made to help people with advanced Parkinson’s disease. It’s for those who still have trouble even when taking other medicines. Vyalev helps reduce the times when their symptoms come back during the day.
How Does Vyalev Work?
- Continuous Delivery: Vyalev is given through a tiny tube placed under the skin. This way, the medicine circulates throughout the body all day and night.
- Steady Support: By constantly providing medicine, Vyalev helps keep symptoms under control more evenly.
Who Can Benefit from Vyalev?
- Adults with Advanced Parkinson’s: People who have had Parkinson’s for many years and find that their current medicines aren’t enough.
- Those Experiencing “Off” Times: If someone has at least 2.5 hours a day when their symptoms return despite treatment, Vyalev might help.
What Did the Studies Find?
Scientists did a 12-week study with 141 people who have advanced Parkinson’s disease. They compared Vyalev to regular Parkinson’s medicine in pill form.
Results:
- More “On” Time: People using Vyalev had about 2 more hours each day when they could move well without troublesome movements.
- Less “Off” Time: They also had about 2 fewer hours each day when their symptoms bothered them.
This means Vyalev helped people feel better and move more freely during the day.
Why Is This Important?
Having more good hours each day can make a big difference. It allows people to:
- Do Daily Activities: Like cooking, cleaning, or enjoying hobbies.
- Spend Quality Time: With family and friends without as much interruption from symptoms.
- Improve Quality of Life: Feeling better can lead to a happier and more fulfilling life.
Should You Consider Vyalev?
If you or someone you know has advanced Parkinson’s disease and struggles with movement even while on medicine, Vyalev might be worth discussing with a doctor. It’s important to talk to a healthcare provider to see if this treatment is a good fit.
Remember:
- Always consult with a medical professional before making changes to treatment.
- Every person’s experience with Parkinson’s is different, so what helps one person might be different for another.
Vyalev offers hope for better days by reducing tough times and increasing good moments for those with advanced Parkinson’s disease.
