Question

A 72-year-old man with newly diagnosed Parkinson disease has significant bradykinesia and rigidity affecting daily activities but minimal cognitive impairment. Which is the most appropriate initial pharmacologic therapy?

Accepted Answer

Levodopa/carbidopa

Answer

Dopamine agonist monotherapy

Answer

Anticholinergic monotherapy

Answer

MAO-B inhibitor only

Answer

No pharmacotherapy until falls occur

Practice question

A 72-year-old man with newly diagnosed Parkinson disease has significant bradykinesia and rigidity affecting daily activities but minimal cognitive impairment. Which is the most appropriate initial pharmacologic therapy?