initiative. n. 1. the first step or action of a matter; commencing move: he took the initiative; a peace initiative. 2. the right or power to begin or initiate something: he has the initiative. 3. the ability or attitude required to begin or initiate something. 4. (Government, Politics & Diplomacy) government. a. the right or power to introduce legislation, etc, in a legislative body.
If impetigo is confirmed, it can usually be effectively treated with antibiotics, which may be prescribed in the form of a cream (topical antibiotics) or as tablets (oral antibiotics). If the infection is being caused by an underlying skin condition, such as eczema, this may also need to be treated.
Medications your doctor may prescribe include: 1  Carbidopa-levodopa. Levodopa, the most effective Parkinson's disease medication, is a natural chemical that passes into your brain and is converted to dopamine. 2  Carbidopa-levodopa infusion. The U.S. Food and Drug administration approved a drug called Duopa in 2015. 3  Dopamine agonists.