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Course: Parkinson's: managing palliative and end of life care (Parkinson's palliative end of life care)
Glossary: Glossary of terms
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MAO-B inhibitors

MAO-B inhibitors: Monoamine oxydase B is an enzyme that breaks down dopamine in the brain. Inhibiting it prolongs the action of dopamine.


Midazolam

Midazolam: a muscle relaxing / anticonvulsant drug generally given as a sedative.


Multidisciplinary team

Multidisciplinary team: a variety of health and social care professionals involved in the physical, social, psychological and spiritual care of a person.


Muscarine

Muscarine: A highly toxic alkyloid with neurologic effects.