No, probably not. Hyperkinesia occurs as a side effect once the disease has reached that stage (usually after a few years, but not in everyone). If you are undermedicated all the time, you will certainly not develop hyperkinesia, but on the other hand, you won’t feel very well either. The vast majority of people do not find hyperkinesia a cause for concern; in fact, they feel at their best when experiencing hyperkinesia, as that is when the medication is working most effectively. And if hyperkinesia does become troublesome, there are several effective treatments available to manage it. Opinions may differ on this subject, but I think you should take enough medication to feel well for the time being. There’s no need to ‘put up with it’, but of course you shouldn’t overdose either.
Dag Nyholm