Carbidopa is often prescribed in combination with levodopa in patients with Parkinson's disease. The addition of carbidopa decreases the amount of levodopa needed to have an effect, but it does not have a beneficial effect in these patients if given alone. This is an example of
A) synergy
B) antagonism
C) potentiation
D) Cytochrome P450 enzyme inhibition
C
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At what frequency do Circadian rhythms occur?
A. once every 28 days B. once about every 24 hours C. once every calendar month D. once per week
Trans fat is frequently found in all the following, EXCEPT ________.
A. real butter B. vegetable shortenings C. snack foods D. foods made with or fried in partially hydrogenated oils
A person who has lost a pet may exhibit shock.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)