Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding drugs in the treatment of Parkinsonism?
Amantadine causes ankle edema
Levodopa is effective in reducing tremors
Amantadine is more effective than levodopa
Anti-muscarinic agents are effective in drug induced Parkinsonism
Levodopa is very effective in the treatment of Parkinsonism. It initially resolves hypokinesia and rigidity but later on tremors are also reduced. It is more effective than Amantadine. Amantadine is an antiviral drug that can be used in Parkinsonism. Central anticholinergic drugs are the agents of choice for the treatment of drugs induced Parkinsonism. REF KD TRIPATHI 8TH ED.
Central Nervous system