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lbcchick

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Which general class of drugs is useful in treating Parkinson's disease?
 
  A) dopamine agonists
  B) dopamine antagonists
  C) MAO inhibitors
  D) tricyclics
  E) phenothiazines

Question 2

Although L-DOPA does have some beneficial effects, it is not a solution to the problem of Parkinson's disease because it
 
  A) typically becomes less and less therapeutically effective with use.
  B) is too expensive.
  C) can be safely administered to only a small proportion of patients.
  D) is unstable at room temperature.
  E) does not pass through the blood-brain barrier.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A



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