Alex is suffering from Parkinson's disease and is undergoing drug therapy. In spite of taking his medications regularly, Alex has started experiencing alternating periods of mobility and immobility. When he informs his doctor of these episodes, his doctor tells him that he's experiencing a phenomenon that is known as the "on-off phenomenon." What will Alex's doctor instruct him to do?
A. He will increase Alex's dosage.
B. He will tell Alex to take smaller doses of the drug at more frequent intervals.
C. He will tell Alex to take his drug doses around meal times.
D. He will tell Alex to take protein supplements along with the medication.
Answer: B
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