Which Statement Describes an Advantage of Catechol Ortho-Methyltransferase (COMT)inhibitors During
Which statement describes an advantage of catechol ortho-methyltransferase (COMT) inhibitors during the treatment of Parkinson's disease?
A) They have a shorter duration of action.
B) They cause less gastrointestinal distress.
C) They have a slower onset than traditional Parkinson's disease drugs.
D) They are associated with fewer "wearing-off" effects and have prolonged therapeutic benefits.
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