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Overview
ENTACAPONE is a Schedule H drug.When used with carbidopa and levodopa (Atamet, Parcopa, Sinemet), entacapone increases levels of levodopa in the body. Entacapone is used together with carbidopa and levodopa to treat "wearing-off" symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, such as stiffness, tremors, muscle spasms, and poor muscle control.
Usage
ENTACAPONE is generally used to treat: Parkinson’s DiseaseENTACAPONE can address symptoms like: Arms Stiffness, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: OralPrecautions
It may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting; do not drive a car or operate machinery, while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. It may lead to an increase in involuntary movements. Caution needed during pregnancy and breastfeeding.Symptoms of Overdosage
ENTACAPONE over-dosage can result in: Agitation, Fainting, Drowsiness, ConfusionCommon Side-Effects
ENTACAPONE : Body Loss Of Movement, Hyperactive Behavior, Hallucinations, Cough, Hoarse Voice, Fever, Chills, Lower Back Pain, Difficulty UrinatingRare Side-Effects
ENTACAPONE : Confusion, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Body Pain, Shortness Of Breath, Body Stiffness, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized)Disease Interactions
ENTACAPONE can interfere with: Hypotension, PsychosisTechnical Classification
ENTACAPONE is categorized as: DOPAMINERGIC ANTIPARKINSONISM AGENTS / ANTIPARKINSON AGENTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with ENTACAPONE as Ingredient
ELCAPON 100MG/25MG/200MG TAB | ENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 100.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 25.0 MG |
ELCAPON 50MG/12.5MG/200MG TAB | ENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 50.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 12.5 MG |
ENTACOM 200MG TAB | ENTACAPONE 200 MG |
ENTACOM PLUS 100MG/25MG/200MG TAB | ENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 100.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 25.0 MG |
ENTACOM PLUS 150MG/12.5MG/200MG TAB | ENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 150.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 12.5 MG |
ENTACOM PLUS 50MG/12.5MG/200MG TAB | ENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 50.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 12.5 MG |
ENTACOM PLUS TAB | ENTACAPONE 200 MG, LEVODOPA 50 MG, CARBIDOPA 12.5 MG |
SYNCAPONE 100MG TAB | ENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 100.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 25.0 MG |
SYNCAPONE 150MG TAB | ENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 150.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 37.5 MG |
SYNCAPONE 50MG TAB | ENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 50.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 12.5 MG |
SYNCAPONE TAB | ENTACAPONE 200 MG, LEVODOPA 50 MG, CARBIDOPA 12.5 MG |