Study finds blood pressure medication may reduce tremors in Parkinson's patients

A study from Radboud University in Holland suggests that propranolol, a medication for high blood pressure, may help reduce tremors in Parkinson's patients. Tremors affect up to 90% of those with the disease and can interfere with daily activities. In the trial, 27 patients experienced reduced tremors during both restful and stressful situations after taking propranolol. This medication works by inhibiting stress hormones, which may amplify tremor intensity in the brain. Propranolol is recommended for patients who do not respond well to standard Parkinson's treatment, levodopa. While effective, it can cause low blood pressure, so caution is advised in its use.