Exam 2 - Parkinson's Disease Flashcards
Characteristics of Parkinson’s Disease epidemiology? (4)
male predominant, average age of onset 62, rural life increases risk, cigarette smoking inversely correlated
Characteristics of Parkinson’s Disease pathophysiology? (4)
dopamine deficiency, loss of dopaminergic cells, formation of Lewy Bodies, nigral cell death (30-80%) before clinical manifestation
Diagnosis criteria for Parkinson’s Disease? (3)
bradykinesia and rigidity/resting tremor/postural instability
“On” vs “Off” meaning?
“On” = good movements, “Off” = poor movements
What class of medications for PD are on the Beer’s list?
anticholinergics
What is the MOA for anticholinergics?
antimuscarinic
What are examples of anticholinergics available for PD? (2)
benztropine (Cogentin) and trihexyphenidyl (Artane)
What are AEs of anticholinergics? (2)
dementia/cognitive decline risk, anti-SLUDGE
What is the MOA for levodopa?
precursor to dopamine
What are contraindications for levodopa? (3)
breastfeeding, closed-angle glaucoma, melanoma(?)
What are AEs of levodopa? (3)
dyskinesias, psychiatric, GI
What are important counseling points for levodopa? (2)
effectiveness may decrease over time, take without food (or with food consistently)
What is the dosing for levodopa?
200-300 mg/d in divided doses, no max
What is the MOA for carbidopa?
noncompetitive dopa decarboxylase inhibitor
Does carbidopa or levodopa cross the BBB?
levodopa only
What are contraindications for carbidopa? (2)
pregnancy, breastfeeding
What is the dosing for carbidopa/levodopa (Sinemet) to avoid N/V?
carbidopa amount of at least 70-100 mg/d
What are important counseling points for carbidopa/levodopa CR (Sinemet CR)? (2)
bioavailability is decreased by 25%, delayed onset of effect
What is the dosing for carbidopa/levodopa intestinal gel (Duopa)?
max 2000 mg of levodopa
What are AEs for carbidopa/levodopa intestinal gel (Duopa)? (2)
same as levodopa, PEG-J tube infection
What is the indication for levodopa powder for inhalation (Inbrija)?
two 42 mg capsules inhaled, max five times daily
What are contraindications for levodopa powder for inhalation (Inbrija)? (2)
nonselective MAOI use within 2 weeks, respiratory disorders (asthma, COPD)
What is the MOA for COMT inhibitors?
prevent the breakdown of L-dopa
What is the dosing of entacapone (Comtan)?
200 mg with each dose of levodopa/carbidopa, max eight times daily
What are contraindications for entacapone (Comtan)?
none
What are AEs for entacapone? (2)
same as levodopa, discolored urine
What is the dosing for the combination entacapone/carbidopa/levodopa (Stalevo)?
1:4 200 mg
What is the dosing for tolcapone (Tasmar)?
100 mg tid
What are contraindications for tolcapone (Tasmar)?
hepatic disease
What are AEs for tolcapone (Tasmar)?
hepatocellular disease/liver problems/increase in LFTs
What is the dosing for opicapone (Ongentys)?
50 mg qhs
What is an important counseling point for opicapone (Ongentys)?
do not eat for 1 hr before and after dose