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Buy Sinemet, carbidopa and levodopa Buy Sinemet to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. The optimum daily dosage of Sinemet must be determined by careful titration. Dosage is best initiated with one 25/100mg tablet of Sinemet three times a day. This dosage schedule provides 75 mg of carbidopa per day. Dosage may be increased by one tablet every day or every other day, as necessary, until a dosage of eight tablets of Sinemet 25-100 a day is reached.Contraindications: Consult a doctor before taking Sinemet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, if you are taking any other medications (especially antidepressants, MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), phenytoin (Dilantin), iron vitamins, medication to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), other drugs to treat Parkinson's disease, any other prescription or non-prescription drugs), or if you have or have a history of mental or mood disorders, glaucoma, skin cancer, breathing problems, heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, endocrine disease, ulcers, depression, blood disorders, or diabetes. To read more about Sinemet, carbidopa and levodopa side effects, Sinemet, carbidopa and levodopa dosage, and for more useful information about Sinemet, carbidopa and levodopa, please click the product information link below. Other name(s): Atamet, Stalevo, Prolopa, Apo-Levocarb, Tilolec  PRODUCT INFORMATION READ MORE ABOUT PARKINSON'S
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Other name(s): Atamet, Stalevo, Prolopa, Apo-Levocarb, Tilolec |
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Often prescribed for Parkinson’s disease |
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Sinemet, carbidopa and levodopaChemical Namescarbidopa and levodopa Ingredients Active ingredients: carbidopa and levodopa Non active: cellulose, magnesium stearate, and starch. Sinemet10-100 and 25-250 Tablets also contain FD&C Blue 2. Sinemet 25-100 Tablets also contain D&C Yellow 10 and FD&C Yellow 6. Indications Sinemet is indicated in the treatment of the symptoms of idiopathic Parkinson's disease (paralysis agitans), post-encephalitic parkinsonism, and symptomatic parkinsonism which may follow injury to the nervous system by carbon monoxide intoxication and/or manganese intoxication. How It Works Evidence suggests that symptoms of Parkinson's disease are related to depletion of dopamine in the corpus striatum. Administration of dopamine is ineffective in the treatment of Parkinson's disease apparently because it does not cross the blood-brain barrier. However, levodopa, the metabolic precursor of dopamine, does cross the blood-brain barrier, and presumably is converted to dopamine in the brain. This is thought to be the mechanism whereby levodopa relieves symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Dosage Available tablet sizes (carbidopa/levodopa): 10mg/100mg, 25mg/100mg, 25mg/250mg, 50mg/200mg The optimum daily dosage of Sinemet must be determined by careful titration, and adjusted according to the desired therapeutic response. Dosage is best initiated with one 25/100mg tablet of Sinemet three times a day. This dosage schedule provides 75 mg of carbidopa per day. Dosage may be increased by one tablet every day or every other day, as necessary, until a dosage of eight tablets of Sinemet 25-100 a day is reached. Levodopa must be discontinued at least twelve hours before starting Sinemet (carbidopa/levodopa). A daily dosage of Sinemet should be chosen that will provide approximately 25% of the previous levodopa dosage. Take Sinemet by mouth on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating. If you are also taking iron salts (e.g., ferrous sulfate), do not take them within 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking Sinemet. Do not suddenly stop taking Sinemet. Some conditions may become worse when Sinemet is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be slowly lowered by your doctor to avoid side effects. BUY SINEMET ONLINEPrecautions Consult a doctor before taking Sinemet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, or if you have or have a history of mental or mood disorders, glaucoma, skin cancer, breathing problems, heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, endocrine disease, ulcers, depression, blood disorders, or diabetes. This medication can cause false results with urine glucose testing in diabetics. Blood glucose testing should be performed instead. Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Sinemet before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery. Sinemet may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness. There effects may be worsened when this medicine is taken with aclohol or other medicines. Use Sinemet with caution. Refrain from driving or performing other possibly dangerous activities until you know how you react to it. Dizziness may be more pronounced in elderly patients. Do not drink alcohol or use medicines that may cause drowsiness (eg, sleep aids, muscle relaxers) while you are using Sinemet ; it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness. Drug Interactions Inform your doctor if you are taking antidepressants, MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), phenytoin (Dilantin), iron vitamins, medication to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), other drugs to treat Parkinson's disease, any other prescription or non-prescription drugs. Adverse reaction/side effects Sinemet 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. Sinemet may cause darkening of the urine or sweat. This is not harmful and will disappear when the medication is stopped. Sinemet may cause dizziness especially when rising quickly from a seated or lying position. Change positions slowly and be careful on stairs. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Immediately seek medical attention if the following side effects occur: vomiting, difficulty swallowing, difficulty urinating, uncontrollable movements (especially twitching of the eyelid), chest pain, an irregular heartbeat, skin rash, mood or mental changes, severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry stools; blood in vomit; chest pain; confusion; depression; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever; hallucinations; mental or mood changes; muscle pain or unusual stiffness; severe abdominal pain; severe lightheadedness or fainting; sore throat; thoughts of suicide; unexplained fever or sweating; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual or painful movements or spasms of the face, eyelids, mouth, tongue, arms, hands, or legs; vision changes (blurred/double vision); yellowing of the skin or eyes. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a possibly fatal syndrome that can be caused by Sinemet. Symptoms may include fever; stiff muscles; confusion; abnormal thinking; fast or irregular heartbeat; and sweating. Contact your doctor at once if you have any of these symptoms. Overdose Symptoms of overdose include severe dizziness, irregular or fast heartbeat, increased blinking/eyelid spasms (blepharospasms). If you suspect overdose, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Storage Instructions Store at 25°C (77°F), excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F). Protect from light. |
