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Levodopa Glossary

Adrenal gland – one of two endocrine glands located near the kidneys that produce hormones and epinephrine.

Carbidopa – a drug given in combination with levodopa in order to treat Parkinson’s disease symptoms. Carbidopa reduces the side effects associated with prolonged levodopa use.

Dopamine – a neurotransmitter that is essential for muscle control.

Dopamine agonists – Parkinson’s disease drugs that mimic dopamine inside the brain.

Dyskinesia – impaired ability to control movement. Dyskinesia is a common side effect of prolonged levodopa use.

Levodopa – a prescription drug used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

Manganese – a metal that occurs naturally in rock. It is used in the manufacture of steel.

Manganese poisoning – a disease caused by over-exposure to manganese. People who work in the steel, mining, railroad, or welding industries are at the highest risk of manganese poisoning.

Manganism – see “manganese poisoning.”

Parkinson’s disease – a neurological disease that affects muscle control and is characterized by tremors, lack of coordination, and difficulty walking.

Sinemet – a prescription drug that is a combination of levodopa and carbidopa. Sinemet is used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.