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Entacom is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Parkinson's Disease.
The right dosage of Entacom depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Entacom can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Entacom normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Entacom's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Entacom's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Entacom related warnings section.
Entacom can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Entacom in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension). Some other conditions that can be affected by Entacom are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Entacom may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Entacom is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Entacom is used to treat the following -
Main 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Entacom is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Entacom safe for pregnant women?
Entacom can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Entacom right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Entacom safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Entacom. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Entacom on the Kidneys?
Entacom rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Entacom on the Liver?
Side effects of Entacom rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Entacom on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Entacom for the heart.
Entacom 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 Entacom unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Entacom habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Entacom is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Entacom you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Entacom is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Entacom can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Entacom
Some foods when eaten with Entacom can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Entacom
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Entacom as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)