Sinemet Plus tablet 25mg / 100mg

About Sinemet Plus tablet 25mg / 100mg

Sinemet Plus tablet 25mg / 100mg Uses

• Parkinson's disease symptom control
• Tremor, stiffness, and slow movement
• Improving ability to carry out daily tasks
• Post encephalitic parkinsonism, when prescribed

Sinemet Plus tablet 25mg / 100mg formula

• Carbidopa 25mg
• Levodopa 100mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Sinemet Plus tablet 25mg / 100mg?

• Take exactly as your doctor prescribes, usually with meals to reduce nausea.
• Do not stop the medicine suddenly without medical advice.
• Take doses at consistent times each day.
• Avoid high protein meals right around dosing, as they can reduce absorption.

Drug Interactions

Sinemet Plus interacts with several drug classes, so a full medicine review matters before starting.

• MAO inhibitor antidepressants: Can cause a dangerous rise in blood pressure.
• Antipsychotic medicines: Can reduce the effect of Levodopa.
• Iron supplements: Reduce how well the medicine is absorbed.

Risks and warnings

• Narrow angle glaucoma: Avoid unless your doctor approves.
• Severe heart disease: Use only under close medical supervision.
• Sudden stopping: Can worsen Parkinson's symptoms, taper only as advised.
• Low blood pressure on standing: Rise slowly from sitting or lying down.
• Regular checkups: Needed to monitor response and adjust dose.

Sinemet Plus tablet 25mg / 100mg Side Effects

• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Involuntary movements with long term use
• Low blood pressure on standing
• Sleep disturbances

Storage Conditions

Store at room temperature, away from moisture and light. Keep out of reach of children.