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Carbidopa/levodopa/entacapone - oral

(car-bee-doe-pah/lee-vo-doe-pah/en-tack-up-own)

common brand names: Stalevo

Stalevo 100 Usage: this combination drug is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's disease is believed to be due to a lack of an important chemical (dopamine) in brain. Levodopa is converted in to dopamine at the brain, leading to the relief of Parkinson's disease symptoms. Both carbidopa and entacapone are given with levodopa to increase the amount of levodopa that is converted into dopamine.

How to use Stalevo 100: Take this medication by mouth exactly as prescribed. do not increase the dose or take more frequently without consulting your physician. do not split pills. it is best to avoid high protein diet (decreases amount about levodopa that your body takes in) during treatment, unless directed otherwise by your physician. Consult your physician or pharmacist for more details. the dosage is based on your medical condition, previous medication therapy, response to therapy, & side effects if they occur. some patients may experience a 'wearing-off' (worsening of symptoms) before following dose is due. An 'on-off' effect might also occur, in which sudden short periods of stiffness occur. If these effects occur, contact youre doctor for possible dose adjustments that may help to lessen it effect. do not stop taking it medication with-out consulting your pharmacist. few conditions may become worse when drug is suddenly stopped. your dose may need to be gradually decreased. manufacturer advises maximum of 8 tablets per day. Use this pill regularly in order to get the majority of the benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at same times each day. If symptoms worsen while using this medication, contact your doctor immediately.

Stalevo 100 side effects: Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, stomach upset, loss of appetite, dry mouth, or difficulty sleeping may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your healthcare professional or doctor promptly. Tell you're doctor immediately if any about these serious side effects occur: involuntary movements (especially twitching of eyelid), fainting or falling, confusion, difficulty swallowing, stomach/abdominal pain, vision changes (including blurred vision). Tell some your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: hallucinations, chest pain, black/tarry stools, muscle pain, change in the amount about urine. Tell your doctor immediately if any about these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes or depression (sometimes severe, including rare thoughts of suicide), persistent sore throat, high fever, severe muscle stiffness, fast heartbeat, fast breathing, increased sweating. this tablet can cause the saliva, urine, or sweat to turn dark color. this is harmless; however, it may discolor clothing. An allergic reaction to this tablet is unlikely, but seek immediate doctor attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Stalevo 100 Precautions: this medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult you're pharmacist or healthcare professional if you have: glaucoma (narrow-angle). Before using it pill, tell your doctor or physician youre medical history, especially of: liver disease, glaucoma (wide-angle), breathing problems, heart disease (especially history about heart attack), kidney disease, endocrine disease, ulcers, mental/mood disorders (e.g., depression, schizophrenia), blood disorders, history of skin cancer, any allergies. To minimize dizziness & lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from seated or lying position. it drug may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages. Before you have surgery with a general anesthetic, including dental surgery, tell the healthcare professional or dentist you are taking this medication. it med should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks and benefits with you're physician. Levodopa passes into breast milk. Its unknown if carbidopa or entacapone pass into breast milk. Consult youre doctor before breast-feeding.

Stalevo 100 pill interactions: it medication must not be used with next medications because very serious interactions may occur: most MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine). If you currently using any about these meds, tell you're physician or pharmacist before starting carbidopa/levodopa/entacapone. Before using this medication, tell your healthcare professional or physician about all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of: medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), other drugs to treat Parkinson's disease (including other drugs that contain levodopa, carbidopa, or entacapone), iron vitamins, tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline), phenytoin, papaverine, isoproterenol, adrenaline (epinephrine), norepinephrine, dopamine, dobutamine, alpha-methlydopa, apomorphine, isoetharine, bitolterol, probenecid, cholestyramine, metoclopramide, selegiline, certain antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin, ampicillin, rifampin, chloramphenicol). Also, report use of any medicine that can make you drowsy, such as: sedatives, tranquilizers, anti-anxiety medicine, anti-seizure medications, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines, certain drowsiness-causing antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine). this medication may cause false results with urine glucose testing at diabetics. Blood glucose testing should be performed instead. do not start or stop any medicine with-out physician or physician approval.

Stalevo 100 Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about overdose may include: severe dizziness, irregular or fast heartbeat, increased blinking/eyelid spasms (blepharospasms).

Stalevo 100 special notes: don't share it pill with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., liver function tests, eye exams) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or money for side effects. Consult your healthcare professional for more details.

If you missed Stalevo 100 dose: If you miss dose, use this as soon as you remember. If It's near the time about next dose, skip missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up.

Stalevo 100 Storage: Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light & moisture. Brief storage from 59 to 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted. do not store in bathroom. Keep every medicines away from child & pets.

Active Ingredients : Carbidopa Levodopa Entacapone