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A2A Receptor Antagonists

A2A Receptor Antagonists are used as an adjunct treatment for Parkinson's disease. It is used in adult patients during an "off" episode. They work by decreasing the PD symptoms.

Why are a2a receptor antagonists prescribed?

  1. Parkinson's Disease (100%)

Key takeaways

A2A receptor antagonists block a chemical called adenosine from binding to certain receptors in the body. Istradefylline (Nourianz) is an A2A receptor antagonist used to treat Parkinson's disease symptoms that appear when treatments such as carbidopa/levodopa (Sinemet) wear off.

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ISTRADEFYLLINE treats the symptoms of Parkinson disease in people who are taking Carbidopa; Levodopa. It works by balancing substances in your brain that help manage body movements and coordination. This reduces the symptoms of Parkinson, such as body stiffness and tremors.
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