L-dopa is an effective drug to control which of the following disease:
Correct answer: C. Parkinson's disease
- A. Alzheimer's disease
- B. Drug abuse
- C. Parkinson's disease
- D. Epilepsy
Explanation
L-dopa increases dopamine availability in the brain and helps relieve the movement symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s is associated with reduced dopamine activity in relevant motor pathways.
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