Parkinson Disease

Results are promising, particularly because they represent the second clinical trial of a GLP-1 receptor agonist showing potential benefits for PD motor symptoms

Individuals with Parkinson disease reported a decrease in bacterial genes for biosynthesis of riboflavin (vitamin B2) and biotin (vitamin B7).

Data have shown the potential for the therapy to treat several new conditions.

Using deep brain simulation, study authors identified networks in the brain that can be used to better treat Parkinson disease, dystonia, Tourette syndrome, and OCD.

Understanding differences in the various levodopa formulations and assisting with medication therapy management is a crucial role for pharmacists.

Monitoring metal ion concentrations and chelation therapy is hypothesized to alleviate symptoms and diseases caused by neuroinflammation.

Hospital pharmacists can play an important role in advocating for, designing, and implementing various policies to optimize care.

More studies are needed to show conclusive benefits on patient functionality.

Pimavanserin is an atypical antipsychotic indicated for the treatment of Parkinson disease-associated hallucinations and delusions.

The CBD gummy market is being fueled by the desire for alternative, natural treatment options.

Psilocybin is derived from certain types of mushrooms and has been proven to affect serotonin receptors.

Analysis indicates that Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc’s pimavanserin is the only FDA-approved medication for the treatment of delusions and hallucinations associated with PDP.

The report highlights the growth of personalized medicines with improved efficacy for rare, previously untreatable diseases.

IPX203 is a novel, oral formulation of carbidopa/levodopa extended-release capsules.

Tacrine was originally brought to the market in 1993 as an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor to fight the symptoms of Alzheimer disease.

Although the treatment of motor symptoms is the primary focus of care for Parkinson disease, helping these patients with sleep disorders is vital because of the impact on quality of life.

Antioxidants are capable of converting highly destructive free radicals and nonradical molecules, thereby reducing cerebral stress.

Research suggests that acupuncture may be able to clinically reduce symptoms of anxiety in this patient population.

With the help of pharmacists and a team of health care providers, a better quality of life is possible for patients with Parkinson disease.

They can assess for adherence, identify drug-related problems, monitor pharmacotherapy, and provide education.

Data indicate that consumption of 7 or more units of alcohol per week is associated with higher iron levels in the brain, which has been linked to Alzheimer and Parkinson diseases.

Dhivy is a levodopa/carbidopa combination formulation approved by the FDA in November 2021 for the treatment of Parkinson disease or manifestations due to viral or environmental exposures.

The guidance updates the recommendations on dopaminergic medications that were published in 2002 on the initiation treatment for Parkinson disease.

The results of the study are consistent with several large-scale epidemiological studies that show an association between Parkinson and inflammatory bowel diseases, such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn disease.

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, so what better time to refresh your understanding and promote awareness around Parkinson disease than now?