The Present Difficulties and Potential Benefits of Dopaminergic Agents in Parkinson's Disease Treatment
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurological condition characterized by bradykinesia, rigidity, tremors, and impaired balance, among other motor impairments. The issue arises from dopaminergic neurons located in the spinal column of the brain. This research report examines the therapeutic potential of dopaminergic medications in the management of Parkinson's disease. The central concept of Parkinson's disease (PD) revolves around the notion that dopaminergic pathways exert significant influence over the regulation of movement. The book examines various dopaminergic medications, elucidating their mechanisms of action and the impact they exert on dopamine signaling. Examples of these medications include levodopa, dopamine agonists, and monoamine oxidase-B (MAO-B) inhibitors. Although dopaminergic medicines initially aid in the treatment of Parkinson's disease (PD), prolonged usage of these medications gives rise to several complications. Experiencing dyskinesias and motor fluctuations, characterized by episodes of involuntary movements and behaviors that are undesired, is a significant challenge. This study investigates the underlying causes of these difficulties and explores potential treatment options, including the use of controlled-release formulations and further therapy. The book discusses the non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease (PD), as well as the use of dopaminergic medications to treat mood disorders, autonomic dysfunction, and cognitive loss. Dopaminergic medications remain crucial in reducing motor symptoms and enhancing the quality of life for those with Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's disease (PD) is a complex condition with multiple distinct variations. In order to address its existing challenges and explore its potential implications for future Parkinson's disease medications, a comprehensive and effectively coordinated strategy is required.
Authors
- Sunam Saha (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1911-940X)
- H. Bharadwaj
- Kuldeep Singh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8772-8157)
- Shilpa Srivastava
- Swamita Arora (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0980-9573)
- Ashish Kumar Srivastava (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9863-528X)
- Kapil Gupta (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5593-5506)
- Shivendra Kumar (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2287-6981)
- Deepali Vij
- Deep Chandra
- Parshant Kumar
Institutions
- Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (IN)
- MVN University (IN)
- GLA University (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Current Psychopharmacologye
- Published
- 2024-11-13
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.2174/0122115560332182241031050521
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Parkinson's Disease Mechanisms and Treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.11