Which drug used to treat Parkinson's disease is a COMT inhibitor?

a. Rasagiline (Azilect)
b. Bromocriptine (Parlodel)
c. Carbidopa (Sinemet)
d. Tolcapone (Tasmar)


ANS: D

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