Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa
Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa Information
- Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa Benefits & Uses
- Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa Dosage & How to Take
- Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa Side Effects
- Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa with Other Drugs
- Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa
- Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa Benefits & Uses
Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa is used to treat the following -
Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa 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.
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Ingredients of Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa
Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa is used -
- Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)
- Constipation Unknown
- Erythema
- Chest Pain Unknown
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache Unknown
- Infection
- Rash
- Back Pain
- Paresthesia
- Confusion
- Dizziness Mild
- Diarrhoea
- Drowsiness
- Shortness of Breath Moderate
- Fever Mild
- Hallucinations
- Stomach ache
- Flatulence Mild
- Dyspepsia
- Dry Mouth Mild
- Fatigue Mild
- Anxiety Mild
- Insomnia Mild
Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa Related Warnings
Is the use of Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa. If you also feel the same, then discontinue it and start only on doctor advice.
Is the use of Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa on the Kidneys?
Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa is rarely harmful for kidney.
What is the effect of Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa on the Liver?
Side effects of Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa on heart have been reported.
Severe Interaction of Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa with Other Drugs
Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Tramadol
Amitriptyline
Ampicillin
Paracetamol,Tramadol
Asenapine
Atenolol
Atorvastatin
Chlorpheniramine,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine
Amiloride
Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Arrhythmia
- Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension)
- Depression
- Suicidal Tendency
- Asthma
- Diabetes
- Glaucoma
- Jaundice
- Liver Disease
- Allergy
- Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension)
- Arrhythmia
- Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension)
- Asthma
- Depression
- Suicidal Tendency
- Diabetes
Frequently asked Questions about Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa
Is this Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa habit forming or addictive?
Yes, there is a possibility of developing a habit of Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa. Talk to doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires the brain to be active and alert after taking Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa.
Is it safe?
Yes, but you should take Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa only as per your doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa is useful in treating mental disorders.
Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Interaction between Food and Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa
When consumed with certain foods, Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa
Consumption of alcohol and Carbidopa + Entacapone + Levodopa together may have severe effects on your health.
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