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Connect with organizations committed to Parkinson’s disease

These committed organizations can give you more information about Parkinson’s-related hallucinations and delusions.
Logo for The Davis Phinney Foundation for Parkinson's
The Davis Phinney Foundation provides resources and connections that enable people living with Parkinson’s to take action that can immediately improve their quality of life. The organization impacts hundreds of thousands of individuals and families each year through community programs, the funding of quality‑of‑life research, and extensive online content.
(866) 358-0285
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The Independent Parkinson’s Network (IPN) is a network of professionals helping other professionals. Unlike other national organizations serving the Parkinson’s community, IPN is the only organization of its kind in the US. We are not a national organization, but rather a consortium of independent parties providing “boots on the ground” and locally funded services to the Parkinson's disease community to include education, support, and exercise.
(412) 837-2961
Logo for The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
The Michael J. Fox Foundation is dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson’s and to ensuring the development of improved therapies for those living with the disease today through an aggressively funded research agenda.
(212) 509-0995
Logo for Parkinson & Movement Disorder Alliance (PMD Alliance)
Parkinson & Movement Disorder Alliance (PMD Alliance) is a community of movers and motivators working hand-in-hand with those living with a diagnosis, their care partners, adult children, and support group leaders to deliver education and connection to those impacted by movement disorders.
(800) 256-0966
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The Parkinson’s Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson's disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. In everything we do, we build on the energy, experience, and passion of our global Parkinson’s community.
(800) 473-4636

Join an upcoming Parkinson’s community event

Register for an upcoming Parkinson’s disease event. These events offer a chance to connect with others in the Parkinson’s community and discover the latest developments in care. Sign up for an event near you, or register for a virtual event.

Houston Area Parkinson Society (HAPS) Summer Lecture Series

Saturday, July 19, 2025 | Houston, TX

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Houston Area Parkinson Society (HAPS) Summer Lecture Series

Saturday, August 9, 2025 | Houston, TX

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Davis Phinney Foundation Victory Summit Leadership Conference

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 | Golden, CO

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Michael J. Fox Foundation Parkinson's IQ + You Event

Saturday, September 6, 2025 | Nashville, TN

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Michael J. Fox Foundation Denver Run/Walk

Sunday, September 28, 2025 | Denver, CO

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Michael J. Fox Foundation Parkinson's IQ + You Event

Saturday, October 4, 2025 | Honolulu, HI

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Parkinson's Association of San Diego Empowerment Day

Friday, October 17, 2025 | San Diego, CA

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Michael J. Fox Foundation Boston Run/Walk

Sunday, October 26, 2025 | Boston, MA

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Michael J. Fox Foundation Houston Run/Walk

Saturday, November 15, 2025 | Houston, TX

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Michael J. Fox Foundation Phoenix Run/Walk

Sunday, December 14, 2025 | Phoenix, AZ

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About NUPLAZID Frequently Asked Questions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION and INDICATION
What is the most important information I should know about NUPLAZID?

  • Medicines like NUPLAZID can raise the risk of death in elderly people who have lost touch with reality (psychosis) due to confusion and memory loss (dementia).

  • NUPLAZID is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia who experience psychosis unless their hallucinations and delusions are related to Parkinson’s disease.

Who should not take NUPLAZID?

  • Do not take NUPLAZID if you have had an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients in NUPLAZID. Allergic reactions have included rash, hives, swelling of the tongue, mouth, lips, or face, throat tightness, and shortness of breath.
  • Do not take NUPLAZID if you have certain heart conditions that change your heart rhythm. It is important to talk to your healthcare provider about this possible side effect. Call your healthcare provider if you feel a change in your heartbeat.

What other warnings should I know about NUPLAZID?

  • QT Interval Prolongation: NUPLAZID may increase the risk of changes to your heart rhythm. This risk may increase if NUPLAZID is taken with certain other medications known to prolong the QT interval. Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take or have recently taken.

    Please also see What is the most important information I should know about NUPLAZID?

What medicine might interact with NUPLAZID?

  • Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take. Other medicines may affect how NUPLAZID works. Some medicines should not be taken with NUPLAZID. Your healthcare provider can tell you if it is safe to take NUPLAZID with your other medicines. Do not start or stop any medicines while taking NUPLAZID without talking to your healthcare provider first.

What are the common side effects of NUPLAZID?

  • The common side effects of NUPLAZID include swelling in the legs or arms, nausea, confusion, hallucination, constipation, and changes to normal walking. These are not all the possible side effects of NUPLAZID. For more information, ask your healthcare provider about this medicine.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1‑800‑FDA‑1088. You can also call Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc. at 1‑844‑4ACADIA (1‑844‑422‑2342).

Indication

NUPLAZID is a prescription medicine used to treat hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson’s disease psychosis.

How should I take NUPLAZID?

The recommended dose of NUPLAZID is one 34 mg capsule once per day, taken by mouth, with or without food.

NUPLAZID is available as 34 mg capsules and 10 mg tablets.

Please read the full Prescribing Information, including Boxed WARNING.