Foslevodopa/Foscarbidopa: A New Subcutaneous Treatment for Parkinson's Disease

Abstract

Preparation of foslevodopa and foscarbidopa enables preclinical and clinical PK, safety, and tolerability studies in support of their advancement for the treatment of PD. In phase 1 clinical trials, foslevodopa/foscarbidopa demonstrates consistent and stable LD plasma exposure, supporting further studies of this treatment as a potentially transformational option for those suffering from PD. ANN NEUROL 2021;90:52-61.