Review the side-effects of Carbidopa-Levodopa as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most common - Involuntary movements and nausea.
Body as a Whole - Chest pain and weakness.
Heart - Irregular heart beat, low/high blood pressure, fainting, vein inflammation and palpitations.
Gastrointestinal - Dark saliva, stomach bleeding, development of duodenal ulcer, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, indigestion, dry mouth and taste alterations.
Blood - Anemia, decrease in white blood cells and platelets.
Hypersensitivity - Shock, hives, itching, bruising and lesions.
Musculoskeletal - Back pain, shoulder pain and muscle cramps.
Central Nervous System- Hallucinations, confusion, agitation, dizziness, drowsiness, abnormal dreams, sleeplessness, tingling, headache, depression, suicidal tendencies, dementia and increased sexual drive.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing and upper respiratory infection.
Skin - Rash, increased sweating, hair loss and increased sweating.
Genitourinary - Urinary tract infection, urinary frequency and dark colored urine.
Atamet, Parcopa, Sinemet, Stalevo
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most common - Involuntary movements and nausea.
Body as a Whole - Chest pain and weakness.
Heart - Irregular heart beat, low/high blood pressure, fainting, vein inflammation and palpitations.
Gastrointestinal - Dark saliva, stomach bleeding, development of duodenal ulcer, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, indigestion, dry mouth and taste alterations.
Blood - Anemia, decrease in white blood cells and platelets.
Hypersensitivity - Shock, hives, itching, bruising and lesions.
Musculoskeletal - Back pain, shoulder pain and muscle cramps.
Central Nervous System- Hallucinations, confusion, agitation, dizziness, drowsiness, abnormal dreams, sleeplessness, tingling, headache, depression, suicidal tendencies, dementia and increased sexual drive.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing and upper respiratory infection.
Skin - Rash, increased sweating, hair loss and increased sweating.
Genitourinary - Urinary tract infection, urinary frequency and dark colored urine.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Carbidopa-Levodopa
Carbidopa-Levodopa(Atamet) generic contains antidyskinetic drugs, prescribed for Parkinson’s disease. The addition of Carbidopa enhances lower dose of Levodopa to be used.Brand Names or Trade Names of Carbidopa-Levodopa
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Atamet, Parcopa, Sinemet, Stalevo
