Taking too much L-DOPA (anti-Parkinson's drug) can result in symptoms of schizophrenia in Parkinson's patients.

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Taking too much L-DOPA can lead to increased dopamine activity in the brain, which can cause hallucinations, delusions, and other symptoms commonly associated with schizophrenia. This is known as dopamine dysregulation syndrome, and it is a possible side effect of long-term L-DOPA therapy for Parkinson's disease.

Taking Too Much L-DOPA (Anti-Parkinson's Drug) Can Result in Symptoms