Abstract
Apomorphine is a dopamine agonist administered subcutaneously as intermittent injections or in a continuous infusion. It is useful in managing advanced Parkinson's disease, and provides an alternative to neurosurgical procedures. This review summarizes indications and practical guidelines for its use.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Review
MeSH terms
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Apomorphine / adverse effects
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Apomorphine / therapeutic use*
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Dopamine Agonists / adverse effects
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Dopamine Agonists / therapeutic use*
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Humans
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Parkinson Disease / diagnosis
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Parkinson Disease / drug therapy*
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Salvage Therapy
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Treatment Outcome
Substances
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Dopamine Agonists
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Apomorphine