Pain care

Levodopa (100mg) + Carbidopa (25mg) (Sinemet Plus) 100+25 30 tablets

$75.00

• Carbidopa enhances levodopa’s effectiveness and reduces peripheral side effects.
• Available in tablet form for convenient oral administration.
• Provides symptomatic relief, improving motor function and reducing stiffness, tremors, and bradykinesia.

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Levodopa (100mg) + Carbidopa (25mg) (Sinemet Plus) 100+25 30 tablets quantity

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Description

Sinemet Plus is a combination medication containing two active ingredients: levodopa and carbidopa. It is primarily prescribed for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease and its associated symptoms. Levodopa is a precursor to dopamine, a neurotransmitter involved in movement control, while carbidopa helps prevent the breakdown of levodopa in the bloodstream, allowing more of it to reach the brain.

Key Features:

• Combination medication for Parkinson’s disease management.
• Levodopa converts to dopamine in the brain, alleviating motor symptoms.
• Carbidopa enhances levodopa’s effectiveness and reduces peripheral side effects.
• Available in tablet form for convenient oral administration.
• Provides symptomatic relief, improving motor function and reducing stiffness, tremors, and bradykinesia.

Usage Instructions:

• Take Sinemet Plus tablets orally as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
• The dosage may vary depending on individual response and severity of symptoms.
• Swallow the tablets whole with water, without crushing or chewing them.
• It is typically recommended to take Sinemet Plus on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before meals, to enhance absorption.
• Do not suddenly stop taking Sinemet Plus without consulting your doctor, as abrupt discontinuation may lead to worsening of symptoms or withdrawal effects.

Precautions:

• Inform your doctor about any existing medical conditions, especially if you have a history of glaucoma, heart disease, liver or kidney problems, or psychiatric disorders.
• Sinemet Plus may interact with other medications, including MAO inhibitors, antipsychotics, and certain antidepressants. Avoid concurrent use without consulting your doctor.
• Use caution when driving or operating machinery, as Sinemet Plus may cause dizziness or drowsiness.
• Monitor for signs of dyskinesia (involuntary movements) or wearing-off phenomenon (return of symptoms before the next dose), and report them to your doctor for dose adjustments.
• Avoid sudden changes in body position to prevent orthostatic hypotension (a sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing).

Side Effects: Common side effects of Sinemet Plus may include:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Headache
• Insomnia
• Dry mouth
• Constipation

Serious side effects, although less common, may include:

• Hallucinations or psychosis
• Orthostatic hypotension
• Dyskinesia
• Worsening of Parkinson’s symptoms
• Irregular heartbeats

Contact your healthcare provider promptly if you experience any severe or persistent side effects while taking Sinemet Plus.