The standard treatment for Parkinson's Disease.
the levorotatory form of dopa (trade names Bendopa and Brocadopa and Larodopa); as a drug it is used to treat Parkinson's disease
also called dopaminergic agents; a dopamine-enhancing class of drugs most often used to treat Parkinson's patients; often helpful in managing Restless Legs Syndrome and Periodic Limb Movement Disorder. Examples include L-Dopa with Sinemet (carbidopa), Permax (pergolide), and Parlodel (bromocriptine).
(L-3,4-dihydroxyphenylalanine) - L-Dopa is one of the better known treatments for Parkinson's disease. L-Dopa can help alleviate some of the symptoms associated with the disease such as trembling, rigidity, and slow movements.
A chemical related to dopamine that is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease.
A drug used to treat Parkinson's disease that is presumed to cause growth hormone release by stimulating nerve cells in the brain. Sometimes used during Stim tests.
a natural amino acid precursor to the neurotransmitter dopamine.
A neurotransmitter (nervous system chemical) important in the control of neurological function.
L-Dopa An amino acid that is the metabolic precursor of dopamine, is converted in the brain to dopamine, and used in synthetic form to treat Parkinson's disease. Also called levodopa. It is often helpful in managing Restless Legs Syndrome and Periodic Limb Movement Disorder. Examples include L-Dopa with Sinemet (carbidopa), Permax (pergolide), and Parlodel (bromocriptine).