Carbidopa-levodopa - Levodopa With Carbidopa - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Carbidopa-levodopa.
• Atamet, Sinemet
• lee-voh-DOE-puh WITH kar-beh-DOE-puh

Carbidopa-levodopa Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Inform your doctor if you are taking.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered and take any remaining doses for that day at evenly spaced intervals.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Carbidopa-levodopa Miscellaneous Notes

• Be sure your doctor knows your complete medical history and the medications you are taking.

Possible Side Effects

• May cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, stomach upset, nausea, vision changes, or trembling of the hands.
• These should subside as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If these symptoms persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.

Usage Instructions

• Take this drug as directed.
• It may take a few weeks before the full benefits of this medication are observed.
• If you are changing from plain levodopa to this drug, levodopa must be discontinued for 8 hours before taking this combination drug.
• If stomach upset occurs, this drug may be taken with food or milk.
• Consult with your doctor.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include irregular heartbeat and muscle spasms.

Read Before Using Carbidopa-levodopa (precautions)

• This medication can cause false results with urine glucose testing in diabetics.
• Blood glucose testing should be performed instead.
• Tell your doctor if you have.

Medicinal Applications

• This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease.