In some aspects, the present disclosure provides for a pulsatile or extended release dosage form for once or twice-daily administration, said form comprising a capsule or tablet comprising an effective amount of nicotine for treatment of symptoms of Parkinsons Disease or symptoms associated with dopaminergic treatment of Parkinsons Disease, wherein said capsule or tablet exhibits extended or pulsatile release of said nicotine. In various aspects, said pulsatile release comprises a first and second release peak, wherein said first release peak occurs within about two hours of administration to a patient, and said second release peak occurs between about two and about twelve hours of administration to a patient.
