Carbidopa + Levodopa Benefits & Uses

Carbidopa + Levodopa is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Parkinson's Disease

Carbidopa + 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.

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: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 100 mg levodopa and 25 mg carbidopa, Increase by 1 tablet every other day until a dose of 8 tablets is reached
Geriatric	Disease: Parkinson's Disease Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 100 mg levodopa and 25 mg carbidopa, Increase by 1 tablet every other day until a dose of 8 tablets is reached

Carbidopa + Levodopa Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Carbidopa + Levodopa is used -

Mild

Insomnia
Dyspepsia
Diarrhoea

Common

Dizziness
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Dry Mouth

Unknown

Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Erythema
Chest Pain
Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Infection
Rash
Paresthesia

Carbidopa + Levodopa Related Warnings

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.

Severe Interaction of Carbidopa + Levodopa with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Asenapine

Isoniazid

Iloperidone

Halothane

Moderate

Asenapine

Atenolol

Atorvastatin

Chlorpheniramine,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Amiloride

Carbidopa + Levodopa Contraindications

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

Arrhythmia
Low Blood Pressure
Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Asthma
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Arrhythmia
Low Blood Pressure
Asthma
Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Carbidopa + Levodopa

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.

Carbidopa + Levodopa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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.