ENTACAPONE

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 Disease
ENTACAPONE 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: Oral

Precautions

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, Confusion

Common Side-Effects

ENTACAPONE : Body Loss Of Movement, Hyperactive Behavior, Hallucinations, Cough, Hoarse Voice, Fever, Chills, Lower Back Pain, Difficulty Urinating

Rare 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, Psychosis

Technical Classification

ENTACAPONE is categorized as: DOPAMINERGIC ANTIPARKINSONISM AGENTS / ANTIPARKINSON AGENTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with ENTACAPONE as Ingredient

ELCAPON 100MG/25MG/200MG TABENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 100.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 25.0 MG
ELCAPON 50MG/12.5MG/200MG TABENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 50.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 12.5 MG
ENTACOM 200MG TABENTACAPONE 200 MG
ENTACOM PLUS 100MG/25MG/200MG TABENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 100.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 25.0 MG
ENTACOM PLUS 150MG/12.5MG/200MG TABENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 150.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 12.5 MG
ENTACOM PLUS 50MG/12.5MG/200MG TABENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 50.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 12.5 MG
ENTACOM PLUS TABENTACAPONE 200 MG, LEVODOPA 50 MG, CARBIDOPA 12.5 MG
SYNCAPONE 100MG TABENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 100.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 25.0 MG
SYNCAPONE 150MG TABENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 150.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 37.5 MG
SYNCAPONE 50MG TABENTACAPONE 200.0 MG, LEVODOPA 50.0 MG, CARBIDOPA 12.5 MG
SYNCAPONE TABENTACAPONE 200 MG, LEVODOPA 50 MG, CARBIDOPA 12.5 MG