Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Some people have side effects which affect their ability to drive or use tools or machines (see Section 4 Possible side effects).

Carbidopa and levodopa is a combination medicine used to treat symptoms of Levodopa is converted to dopamine in the brain. While Sinemet is the most effective medicine and has the fewest short-term side effects, it is associated with high risks of long-term side effects, such as involuntary movements (dyskinesia).

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expressionIf experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expressionIf experienced, these tend to have a Severe expressionIf experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expressionIf experienced, these tend to have a Severe expressionIf experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expressionSelected from data included with permission and copyrighted by First Databank, Inc. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.You should not use carbidopa and levodopa if you have narrow-angle You should not use carbidopa and levodopa if you are allergic to it, or if you have:To make sure carbidopa and levodopa is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:People with Parkinson's disease may have a higher risk of It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Drug information contained herein may be time sensitive. Sinemet CR can also make you sleepy or cause 'sudden sleep attacks'. The dosage should be titrated every 2 to 3 days using dosage increments of Madopar CR 100 mg/25 mg capsules and a period of up to 4 weeks should be allowed for optimisation of dosage. 1963;107:1005-15. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.Your pharmacist can provide more information about carbidopa and levodopa.capsule, blue/light blue, imprinted with IPX066, 145Copyright © 2020 by RxList Inc. RxList does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Multum does not assume any responsibility for any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of information Multum provides. Do not drive or use tools or machines if you get these effects. Multum information has been compiled for use by healthcare practitioners and consumers in the United States and therefore Multum does not warrant that uses outside of the United States are appropriate, unless specifically indicated otherwise. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.This medicine may impair your thinking or reactions. The information contained herein is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. 2.Schildkraut JJ, Klerman GL, Friend DG, Greenblatt M. Biochemical and pressor effects of oral D,L-dihydroxyphenyalanine in patients pretreated with antidepressant drugs. With Madopar CR, on average, a 50% increase in daily levodopa dosage compared with previous therapy has been found to be appropriate. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using carbidopa and levodopa.Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

Used on a long-term basis, levodopa might also cause restlessness, confusion, or abnormal movements. Common side effects may include: jerky or twisting muscle movements; muscle contractions; or; nausea. If you use this medicine long-term, you may need frequent medical tests at your doctor's office.This medicine can cause unusual results with certain medical tests. You may have increased sexual urges, unusual urges to gamble, or other intense urges while taking this medicine. Talk with your doctor if this occurs.This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. If you have questions about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.

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