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Jun '0824

New Drug Developments for Parkinson's Patients

by Kristine DaynesTreatments

Summary: Both a new drug and new method of delivery for an old drug, have been developed for the treatment of Parkinson's patients. The new drug, SLV308, caused significant reductions of Parkinson's symptoms, such as treamors. In addition, a new patch delivery symptom for levodopa was also effective in the reduction of symptoms.

Comment: More consistant and effective methods of Parinson's treatment, such as these new medications and methods, are very important to improving the quality of life of Parkiinson's patients as well as helping them battle the disease.

Read article - Healthfinder.gov. June 24, 2008.

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