Stalevo
EQUIVALENT US BRAND NAME: Stalevo
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Carbidopa/Levodopa/Entacapone is a medication used in the management of Parkinson’s disease. It is a combination drug that includes three active ingredients: carbidopa, levodopa, and entacapone. Here’s a breakdown of the information you requested:
Product Introduction: Carbidopa/Levodopa/Entacapone is typically marketed under brand names such as Stalevo or Duopa. It was introduced as a treatment option for Parkinson’s disease to enhance the therapeutic effects of levodopa while minimizing its side effects.
Uses: This medication is primarily used to manage the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, including tremors, stiffness, and slowness of movement. Levodopa is a precursor to dopamine, a neurotransmitter that is deficient in Parkinson’s disease. Carbidopa helps prevent the breakdown of levodopa before it reaches the brain, allowing more levodopa to reach the brain and be converted to dopamine. Entacapone works by prolonging the effects of levodopa in the body, thereby reducing fluctuations in symptom control that can occur with levodopa therapy alone.
Benefits:
- Improved control of motor symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease.
- Reduction in “off” periods, when symptoms worsen despite medication.
- May allow for lower doses of levodopa, potentially reducing side effects.
Side Effects: Common side effects of Carbidopa/Levodopa/Entacapone may include:
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Dyskinesias (abnormal involuntary movements)
- Orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure upon standing)
- Hallucinations
- Impulse control disorders (such as compulsive gambling or eating)
Safety Advice:
- Take the medication exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
- Do not stop taking this medication abruptly without consulting your doctor, as withdrawal symptoms may occur.
- Report any unusual side effects or changes in symptoms to your healthcare provider.
- Avoid sudden changes in position to minimize the risk of orthostatic hypotension.
- Use caution when driving or operating machinery, as this medication may cause drowsiness or dizziness.
- Inform your healthcare provider about all medications, supplements, and herbal remedies you are taking to avoid potential drug interactions.
Interaction with Drugs: Carbidopa/Levodopa/Entacapone may interact with the following types of drugs:
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
- Antipsychotic medications
- Antidepressants
- Antihypertensive medications
- Drugs that affect dopamine levels or activity
More Information: For additional information on Carbidopa/Levodopa/Entacapone, including dosage, precautions, and potential interactions, you can visit the MedlinePlus page: Carbidopa, Levodopa, and Entacapone
Note :
- Do not put the quantity above 30 days. (eg. if prescription is 2 pills per day then you can purchase one month of supply of 60 pills)
- We will deliver medicine of Indian brand within 30 days of supply.
- Prescription and ID are required to purchase each month of supply.
- If a doctor writes 30 days of medicines with 3 times refills then you can use the same prescription for 3 consecutive months for purchasing medicine using reorder option and uploading the same prescription and your ID 3 times.