Entacapone



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  • Contains / Salt: Entacapone


Entacapone Information



Entacapone Benefits & Uses

Entacapone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Entacapone Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Parkinson's Disease
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 8 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Take with each dose of levodopa-carbidopa
Geriatric
  • Disease: Parkinson's Disease
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 8 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Take with each dose of levodopa-carbidopa


Entacapone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Entacapone is used -

Moderate

Mild

Unknown

  • Confusion

Entacapone Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Entacapone safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Entacapone. It is best to stop taking Entacapone immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Entacapone safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Entacapone. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Entacapone on the Kidneys?


    Entacapone has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Entacapone on the Liver?


    Side effects of Entacapone rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Entacapone on the Heart?


    Entacapone is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Entacapone with Other Drugs

Entacapone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Entacapone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Entacapone unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Entacapone

  • Is this Entacapone habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Entacapone is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Entacapone as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Entacapone only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Yes, in many cases, taking Entacapone can help with mental disorders.

    Yes

Entacapone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Entacapone


    Some foods when eaten with Entacapone can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Entacapone


    Taking alcohol with Entacapone can be dangerous.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 498

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 432

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Comtan® (entacapone)

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