Combination serotonin specific reuptake inhibitor and serotonin 1A receptor partial agonist for reducing L-DOPA-induced dyskinesia
Abstract:
A method of treating and attenuating L-DOPA-induced dyskinesia, comprising administering an effective dose of at least one pharmacological agent, e.g., vilazodone, having serotonin-specific reuptake inhibition (SSRI) and serotonin receptor 1A (5-HT1AR) partial agonism activity, in conjunction with L-DOPA. Other agents, such as an L-DOPA decarboxylase inhibitor, e.g., carbidopa, or other adjunct treatments may also be provided.
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