Dopamine: What It Is, Function & Symptoms - Cleveland Clinic
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter made in your brain. It’s known as the “feel-good” hormone, but it’s also involved in movement, memory, motivation and learning.
Dopamine Agonist: What It Is, Uses, Side Effects & Risks
May 9, 2023 · Dopamine Agonists Dopamine agonists are medications that have similar effects to one of your brain’s key signaling chemicals, dopamine. While they work similarly to dopamine, …
Dopamine Deficiency: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Mar 23, 2022 · Dopamine deficiency means you have a low level of the neurotransmitter dopamine. Low dopamine levels are linked with certain health conditions, such as Parkinson’s …
Parkinson’s Disease Medications: What They Are & Side Effects
Providers may prescribe amantadine (Osmolex®, Gocovri®, Symmetrel®) to help reduce twitching or writhing movements (dyskinesia) that occur as a result of treatment with …
Dopamine Antagonist: What It Is, Uses, Side Effects & Risks
May 9, 2023 · Dopamine Antagonists Dopamine antagonists are medications that keep dopamine from activating certain types of cells in your brain and body. Blocking dopamine slows down …
Norepinephrine and Dopamine Reuptake Inhibitors (NDRIs)
Norepinephrine and Dopamine Reuptake Inhibitors (NDRIs) NDRIs are an antidepressant that increases the amount of norepinephrine and dopamine in your brain. It may regulate your …
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome: Symptoms & Treatment
If you take one or more neuroleptic (antipsychotic), antiemetic and/or dopaminergic (antiparkinson) medications, it’s important to see your healthcare provider regularly to make …
Opioid Treatment for Restless Legs Syndrome Outcomes
Buprenorphine Effectiveness for Severe Restless Legs Syndrome and Dopaminergic Augmentation ESS=Epworth Sleepiness Scale; ISI=Insomnia Severity Index, PHQ-9=Patient …
REM Sleep Behavior Disorder: What It Is, Symptoms & Treatment
Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist. Providers primarily prescribe it to treat Parkinson’s disease and restless leg syndrome, but recent research shows that it can help treat the symptoms of …
Neurodegenerative Diseases: What They Are & Types
May 10, 2023 · Neurodegenerative diseases gradually damage and destroy parts of your brain and nervous system. Many are treatable.