Parkinson's disease is a movement disorder caused by a neurological condition. Tremor, slowness of movement, tight muscles, an unsteady walk, balance, and coordination issues are all common symptoms. Levodopa, Dopamine agonists, MAO-B inhibitors, and Anticholinergics are some of the medications used for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. Levodopa (also called L-dopa) is the most commonly prescribed drug for Parkinson’s disease. It is useful in controlling the symptoms such as slow movements and stiff & rigid body parts. Medication allows the majority of patients to retain a high quality of life and surgery can help some people improve their symptoms. Parkinson's disease patients also observe decrease in another neurotransmitter known as norepinephrine. This molecule is required for the sympathetic nervous system to operate properly. Some of the body's autonomic activities are controlled by this system, including digestion, heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing. Some of the non-movement-related symptoms of Parkinson's disease are caused by a lack of norepinephrine. Exercise can considerably improve Parkinson's symptoms. Physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language therapy can also assist with walking and balance issues, eating and swallowing difficulties, and speech disorders.
Market Dynamics
Market players are focusing on new product launches, which is expected to propel the Parkinson’s disease therapeutic market growth during the forecast period. For instance, in May 2020, Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc. a pharmaceutical company announced that it received the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for KYNMOBI (apomorphine hydrochloride) Sublingual Film for the acute, intermittent treatment for OFF episodes (i.e. re-emergence or worsening of PD symptoms) in patients with Parkinson’s disease. KYNMOBI is available in different strengths such as 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, and 25mg.
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