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Carbidopa + Levodopa is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Carbidopa + Levodopa is used -
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Carbidopa + Levodopa safe for pregnant women?
Carbidopa + Levodopa can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Carbidopa + Levodopa right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Carbidopa + Levodopa safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Carbidopa + Levodopa as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Carbidopa + Levodopa on the Kidneys?
Carbidopa + Levodopa has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Carbidopa + Levodopa on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Carbidopa + Levodopa on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Carbidopa + Levodopa on the Heart?
Side effects of Carbidopa + Levodopa rarely affect the heart.
Carbidopa + Levodopa should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carbidopa + Levodopa unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Carbidopa + Levodopa habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Carbidopa + Levodopa. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Interaction between Food and Carbidopa + Levodopa
Taking Carbidopa + Levodopa with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Carbidopa + Levodopa
Consumption of alcohol and Carbidopa + Levodopa together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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