In conscious rabbits, the rapid intravenous injection of levodopa alone does not have any significant effects on the blood pressure in doses up to 10 mg/kg.2. After inhibition of monoamine oxidase, levodopa induces a sustained pressor response.3. This response can be blocked by inhibition of extracerebral decarboxylase.4. Possible mechanisms for these interactions are discussed, together with their therapeutic implications in Parkinsonism.