A group of students are reviewing antiparkinson drugs. They demonstrate understanding when they identify which of the following as classified as dopaminergic drugs? Select all that apply
A) Amantadine (Symmetrel)
B) Bromocriptine (Parlodel)
C) Biperiden (Akineton)
D) Carbidopa (Lodosyn)
E) Benztropine (Cogentin)
Ans: A, B, D
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Amantadine (Symmetrel), bromocriptine (Parlodel), and carbidopa (Lodosyn) are classified as dopaminergic drugs. Biperiden and benztropine are cholinergic blocking drugs used to treat Parkinson's disease.
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