Researchers have uncovered a new understanding of levodopa-induced dyskinesia, a common side effect in Parkinson’s patients, ...

University of Arizona researchers have revealed new insights into one of the most common complications faced by Parkinson's ...

University of Arizona researchers uncovered how levodopa-induced dyskinesia disrupts motor cortex function in Parkinson’s ...

Standard Parkinson's treatment does not always prevent tremors, which affect up to 90 per cent of those with the disease, ...

Standard Parkinson's treatment does not always prevent tremors, which affect up to 90 per cent of those with the disease, ...

AbbVie has launched its Produodopa therapy for Parkinson’s disease onto the market in the EU, becoming the first and only 24-hour levodopa-based subcutaneous infusion therapy for the ...

Now, Vyalev (foscarbidopa and foslevodopa) has become the first subcutaneous 24-hour continuous infusion of levodopa-based therapy for the treatment of motor fluctuations in advanced Parkinson's ...

Dec. 23, 2024 — The standard medication levodopa does not always work against tremors in Parkinson's disease, especially in stressful situations. Propranolol, however, does work during stress ...

it can cause low blood pressure so is recommended only for patients for whom levodopa fails to prevent tremors. Dr Helmich is also investigating lifestyle changes that may reduce Parkinson's ...

As the condition advances, involuntary twisting or writhing movements can develop. These movements, described as dyskinesias, are caused by medications used to treat Parkinson's disease, most commonly ...