Parkinson's Drugs Flashcards

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Amantadine

A

Increase action of dopamine

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2
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Benztropine mesylate

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restores neurotransmitter balance

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3
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Carbidopa-Levodopa

A
Carbidopa = prevents peripheral destruct of Levodopa
Levodopa = converted to dopamine in CNS
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4
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Side Effects

A

insomnia, ataxia, blurred vision, involuntary movements

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