Approximately 100 million Americans have a neurological disorder. That works out to about one-third of the U.S. population. Some of the most commonly diagnosed neurological disorders include Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), to name a few. Fortunately, precision medication management offered by neurologists in NJ is helping individuals diagnosed with these disorders enjoy a better quality of life.
Why Precision Medication Management Matters
Neurological disorders can trigger numerous symptoms, many of which can adversely affect one’s quality of life. Some of the most common ones include paralysis, muscle weakness, poor coordination, loss of sensation, seizures, confusion, and pain. Precision medication management consists of strategies aimed at optimizing the use of FDA-approved medications to combat these symptoms while simultaneously minimizing the potential for drug-to-drug interactions, side effects, and other complications.
Medications commonly prescribed by neurologists in NJ to treat most neurological disorders include antidepressants, beta-blockers, blood thinners, and anticonvulsants. Many also routinely prescribe drugs to treat Parkinson’s disease specifically, such as carbidopa and levodopa. That all said, medication management for neurological disorders differs from medication management for other conditions in that it incorporates the following:
Regular assessments to monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and dosing needs
Establishing open lines of communication so that patients feel confident communicating any changes in symptoms, side effects, or drug adherence
Educating patients about their medications, including their therapeutic use, potential side effects, and safe storage, so that they can be active participants in their treatment
Collaborating with other specialists to optimize medication management
To learn more about the benefits of precision medication management for neurological disorders, consider scheduling a consultation with one of our Neurology Center for Epilepsy and Seizures associates today at neurocenternj.com
